Colleges for a 990 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 990 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 990 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 487 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 990 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 990 SAT bad?

A score of 990 is a little worse than average. It situates you in the bottom 38th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your slightly below average 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 990 score represents 62% of the total possible points. If a 990 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 990

Let's examine how a 990 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 990 is 77 points (7%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 990 is 64 points (6%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 990 is 122 points (11%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 990 is 56 points (6%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 990 is 23 points (2%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 990 is 249 points (20%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 990 is 40 points (4%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 990 is 63 points (7%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 990 is 126 points (11%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 990 is 70 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 990 SAT score?

A 990 on the SAT translates to a 19 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 990 SAT score?

Scoring a 990 on the SAT places you in the 38th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 38% 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 646,000 students with only 1,054,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 487 colleges where your 990 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 1,404 target schools (good chance), 1,470 reach (harder) schools and 1,362 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Fresno Pacific University
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Fresno, CA

Fresno Pacific University

Private 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 3,032enrollment
  • $15,255net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 970-1240SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance63%

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Barton College
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Wilson, NC
 

Barton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,265enrollment
  • $23,443net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance92%

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La Sierra University
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Riverside, CA
 

La Sierra University

Private 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

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#29 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,614enrollment
  • $25,076net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 880-1140SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
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Admission Chance91%

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CUNY Lehman College
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Bronx, NY

CUNY Lehman College

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 13,015enrollment
  • $4,974net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 960-1080SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.2Estimated Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance47%

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Western Oregon University
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Monmouth, OR

Western Oregon University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 3,751enrollment
  • $16,754net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 985-1220SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance73%

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
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East Stroudsburg, PA

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 5,143enrollment
  • $17,278net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Apr 1

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Texas A & M International University
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Laredo, TX

Texas A & M International University

Public 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

 

#14 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 8,505enrollment
  • $5,383net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 910-1110SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance45%

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College of Mount Saint Vincent
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Bronx, NY

College of Mount Saint Vincent

Private 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

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#53 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,877enrollment
  • $17,084net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 943-1216SAT range
  • 21-25ACT range
  • 3.14Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Ferrum College
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Ferrum, VA

Ferrum College

Private 4 Year

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1010 Average SAT Score

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  • 855enrollment
  • $25,558net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Sep 15

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Adrian College
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Adrian, MI

Adrian College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1050 Average SAT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,821enrollment
  • $24,870net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance61%

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Western Kentucky University
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Bowling Green, KY

Western Kentucky University

Public 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 16,493enrollment
  • $12,625net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 980-1170SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance95%

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William Paterson University of New Jersey
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Wayne, NJ

William Paterson University of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 9,070enrollment
  • $12,967net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 990-1345SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.97Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Charleston Southern University
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Charleston, SC

Charleston Southern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 3,418enrollment
  • $17,536net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance82%

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Chowan University
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Murfreesboro, NC
 

Chowan University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

980 Average SAT Score

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  • 886enrollment
  • $17,334net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 880-1085SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 2.89Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance88%

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Youngstown State University
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Youngstown, OH

Youngstown State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 11,071enrollment
  • $11,900net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 830-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance81%

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Anderson University
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Anderson, IN

Anderson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,290enrollment
  • $21,459net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance38%

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Murray State University
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Murray, KY

Murray State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 9,479enrollment
  • $11,042net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 965-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 990 SAT
Admission Chance76%

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Schreiner University
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Kerrville, TX

Schreiner University

Private 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

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#24 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,193enrollment
  • $24,278net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 970-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
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Admission Chance77%

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FAQs

Is a 990 a good SAT score?

A score of 990 is a little worse than average. The score puts you in the bottom 38th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 990 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 990 SAT score?

Texas State University, San Francisco State University and Grand Valley State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 990 SAT score.

What percentile is 990 on the SAT?

A 990 ranks in the bottom 38th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 990 SAT?

A 990 converts to a 19 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 19 ACT score.