Colleges for a 900 on the SAT

What colleges can I apply to with a SAT score of 900?

With a 900 on the SAT, these colleges are a good match for your score

Looking at the most recent published freshman class SAT scores for all U.S. colleges, we've found 154 schools where submitting a 900 with your college application places you around the middle SAT score range of admitted students' average SAT scores. They represent the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 900 SAT score. You can view your reach schools and safety schools by using the admission chance filter. Keep in mind, a SAT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 900 a good SAT score?

A score of 900 is in the lower quarter. It places you in the bottom 22nd percentile nationally out of the 1.7 million test takers of the SAT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done a poor job answering the questions on the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the test. Since your score is on the lower end of the range, consider taking a test prep course and re-taking the SAT to see if you can do better.

What is the ACT equivalent to a 900 SAT score?

For comparison purposes, a 900 on the SAT converts to a 16 on the ACT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What colleges can I get into?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 900 SAT score
CollegeAverage SAT
North Central College1030
Jacksonville University1050
Gallaudet University940
Tuskegee University960
Louisiana Tech University920
Pfeiffer University1020
Notre Dame de Namur University970
North Greenville University1090
Cardinal Stritch University950
Valley City State University1000
Concordia University Seward1000
Washington Adventist University970
Wayland Baptist University990
Oklahoma Wesleyan University870
West Liberty University1060
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154 results found

List of 900 SAT Colleges

Displaying 154 colleges where your 900 SAT score is within the typical range of past accepted students. You have a chance at being accepted but admission may be challenging at more selective colleges. Hint: Filter by admission chance for 304 target schools (good chance), 1,320 reach (harder) schools and 658 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

California State University Los Angeles
C
Los Angeles, CA
California State University Los Angeles

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT

#25 Best Public Universities in California

  • 28,036enrollment
  • $3,907net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • 890-1080SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.18Avg GPA
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Admission Chance31%
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Alabama State University
A
Montgomery, AL
Alabama State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

950 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 4,413enrollment
  • $12,327net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 860-1030SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.89Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%
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Texas Southern University
T
Houston, TX
Texas Southern University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

910 Average SAT

#26 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,732enrollment
  • $13,205net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 830-990SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 2.96Avg GPA
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Admission Chance55%
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Kean University
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K
Union, NJ
Kean University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

990 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 14,056enrollment
  • $16,839net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 890-1080SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%
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Virginia State University
V
Petersburg, VA
Virginia State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT

#13 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,385enrollment
  • $16,247net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 840-1010SAT range
  • 15-21ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%
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Albany State University
A
Albany, GA
Albany State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

830 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 6,371enrollment
  • $10,809net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 750-900SAT range
  • 15-18ACT range
  • 2.94Avg GPA
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Admission Chance94%
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Jacksonville University
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J
Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1050 Average SAT

#5 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 4,213enrollment
  • $25,674net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 900-1200SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%
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Prairie View A & M University
P
Prairie View, TX
Prairie View A & M University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

970 Average SAT

#27 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,516enrollment
  • $10,290net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 890-1050SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%
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North Carolina Central University
N
Durham, NC
North Carolina Central University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT

#13 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 8,207enrollment
  • $12,687net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 900-1050SAT range
  • 17-20ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
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Admission Chance34%
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Winston Salem State University
W
Winston-Salem, NC
Winston Salem State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT

#11 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 5,190enrollment
  • $11,256net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 890-1030SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 3.15Avg GPA
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Admission Chance54%
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Tuskegee University
T
Tuskegee, AL
Tuskegee University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

960 Average SAT

#3 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 3,026enrollment
  • $30,847net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 860-1060SAT range
  • 17-27ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
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Admission Chance44%
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Alabama A & M University
A
Normal, AL
Alabama A & M University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT

#13 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 6,106enrollment
  • $15,812net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 850-1030SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 2.88*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance88%
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Columbus State University
C
Columbus, GA
Columbus State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT

#8 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 8,076enrollment
  • $11,334net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 870-1100SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.15Avg GPA
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Admission Chance46%
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Norfolk State University
N
Norfolk, VA
Norfolk State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT

#14 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 5,204enrollment
  • $14,429net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 860-1030SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 2.92Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%
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Fort Valley State University
F
Fort Valley, GA
Fort Valley State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

950 Average SAT

#11 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 2,776enrollment
  • $12,620net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 830-1070SAT range
  • 16-20ACT range
  • 2.97*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance56%
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South Carolina State University
S
Orangeburg, SC
South Carolina State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT

#12 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 3,022enrollment
  • $21,112net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 860-1010SAT range
  • 15-18ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance47%
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Adams State College
A
Alamosa, CO
Adams State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT

#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 3,110enrollment
  • $12,989net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 870-1080SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%
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Jackson State University
J
Jackson, MS
Jackson State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT

#6 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 7,250enrollment
  • $14,116net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 850-1070SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 2.93Avg GPA
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Admission Chance62%
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FAQs

Is a 900 a good SAT score?

A score of 900 is in the lower quarter. The score puts you in the bottom 22nd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 900 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 900 SAT score?

California State University Los Angeles, Alabama State University and Texas Southern University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 900 SAT score.

What percentile is 900 on the SAT?

A 900 ranks in the bottom 22nd percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 900 SAT?

A 900 converts to a 16 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 16 ACT score.