Colleges for a 900 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 900 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 900 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 186 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 900 SAT score. However, it's crucial to remember that a good SAT score is not the sole criterion for admission. In fact, may colleges are now test optional. It's equally significant to maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) that aligns with the college's expectations for incoming students. The creation of this list is rooted in a comprehensive analysis of SAT scores from students admitted to all U.S. colleges

Is a 900 SAT bad?

A score of 900 is in the lower quarter. It situates you in the bottom 22nd percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your poor performance in answering questions in the Math and Evidence-Based Reading & Writing sections of the exam. The SAT is scored out of a maximum of 1600 and a minimum of 400, meaning your 900 score represents 56% of the total possible points. If a 900 does not meet the requirements of your preferred college, you might want to consider enrolling in a test prep course to potentially enhance your score.

Demographic comparisons for a 900

Let's examine how a 900 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 900 is 167 points (16%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
Female: A 900 is 154 points (15%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

White: A 900 is 212 points (19%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
Black: A 900 is 34 points (4%) lower than the average black SAT score of 934
Hispanic: A 900 is 67 points (7%) lower than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
Asian: A 900 is 339 points (27%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
Pacific Islander: A 900 is 50 points (5%) lower than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 900 is 27 points (3%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
Two or more races: A 900 is 216 points (19%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

All Students: A 900 is 160 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 900 SAT score?

A 900 on the SAT translates to a 16 on the ACT according to the concordance provided by the College Board and ACT. It's important to note that not all colleges disclose admission data for both the SAT and ACT. As such, we recommend checking our listings for each test to identify schools with similar academic profiles.

What percentile is a 900 SAT score?

Scoring a 900 on the SAT places you in the 22nd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 22% of all test takers. To put this in perspective, about 1.7 million students sit for the SAT each year. Thus, with your score, you've outperformed about 374,000 students with only 1,326,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 186 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 525 target schools (good chance), 1,686 reach (harder) schools and 1,335 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

William Penn University

W

Oskaloosa, IA

William Penn University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

1,473enrollment
$20,922net price
58%acceptance rate
850-1080SAT range
16-21ACT range
3.0Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance49%

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Spalding University

S

Louisville, KY

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Spalding University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

1,532enrollment
$26,539net price
98%acceptance rate
858-1105SAT range
16-22ACT range
3.87Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance97%

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Missouri Valley College

M

Marshall, MO

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Missouri Valley College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1020 Average SAT Score

#11 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

1,527enrollment
$18,450net price
61%acceptance rate
900-1130SAT range
16-20ACT range
3.04Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance45%

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Virginia Intermont College

V

Bristol, Virginia

Virginia Intermont College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

549enrollment
$24,154net price
98%acceptance rate
870-1100SAT range
18-22ACT range
3.1Estimated Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance97%

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Fairmont State University

F

Fairmont, WV

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Fairmont State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

#7 Best Public Universities in West Virginia

3,498enrollment
$10,794net price
98%acceptance rate
820-1050SAT range
18-23ACT range
3.36Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance98%

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Iowa Wesleyan College

I

Mount Pleasant, IA

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Iowa Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

920 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

871enrollment
$20,074net price
81%acceptance rate
830-1010SAT range
16-22ACT range
3.02Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Villa Maria College

V

Buffalo, NY

Villa Maria College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

890 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

465enrollment
$14,576net price
78%acceptance rate
730-1050SAT range
-ACT range
2.87Avg GPA

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Admission Chance79%

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Lourdes University

L

Sylvania, OH

Lourdes University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

1,136enrollment
$22,634net price
60%acceptance rate
850-1080SAT range
17-23ACT range
3.26Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance51%

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Trinity Baptist College

T

Jacksonville, FL

Trinity Baptist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

350enrollment
$19,217net price
50%acceptance rate
890-1090SAT range
17-21ACT range
2.96Estimated Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance36%

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Northwestern Oklahoma State University

N

Alva, OK

Northwestern Oklahoma State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

950 Average SAT Score

#5 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

1,852enrollment
$10,448net price
56%acceptance rate
830-1070SAT range
16-22ACT range
3.42Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance49%

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Mount Marty College

M

Yankton, SD

Mount Marty College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

930 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in South Dakota

1,252enrollment
$21,476net price
68%acceptance rate
810-1050SAT range
19-24ACT range
3.35Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance64%

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Davis & Elkins College

D

Elkins, WV

Davis & Elkins College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

650enrollment
$20,126net price
75%acceptance rate
880-1125SAT range
1-14ACT range
3.35Avg GPA

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Admission Chance64%

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Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College

H

Moore, OK

Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

940 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

281enrollment
$20,952net price
43%acceptance rate
846-1033SAT range
16-24ACT range
3.1Estimated Avg GPA

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Admission Chance37%

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Greenville University

G

Greenville, IL

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Greenville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

1,088enrollment
$20,718net price
94%acceptance rate
809-1209SAT range
15-28ACT range
3.23Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance92%

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Graceland University Lamoni

G

Lamoni, IA

Graceland University Lamoni

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

1,237enrollment
$16,627net price
74%acceptance rate
880-1120SAT range
16-24ACT range
3.22Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance63%

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Bethany College

B

Bethany, WV

Bethany College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in West Virginia

623enrollment
$17,605net price
65%acceptance rate
870-1110SAT range
18-26ACT range
2.85Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance53%

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Northern State University

N

Aberdeen, SD

Northern State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

3,344enrollment
$17,264net price
78%acceptance rate
800-1150SAT range
18-24ACT range
3.37Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance73%

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Mid Atlantic Christian University

M

Elizabeth City, NC

Mid Atlantic Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

133enrollment
$22,120net price
63%acceptance rate
760-1160SAT range
14-21ACT range
3.09Avg GPA

Your 900 SAT

Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Aug 1

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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, Clark Atlanta University and Morgan State 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.