Colleges for a 1050 on the SAT

What colleges accept a 1050 SAT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 1050 on your SATs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 703 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 1050 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 1050 SAT bad?

A score of 1050 is about average. It situates you in the bottom 49th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 1.7 million SAT test takers. This score signifies your about 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 1050 score represents 66% of the total possible points. If a 1050 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 1050

Let's examine how a 1050 SAT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 1050 is 17 points (2%) lower than the average male SAT score of 1067
  • Female: A 1050 is 4 points (0%) lower than the average female SAT score of 1054

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 1050 is 62 points (6%) lower than the average white SAT score of 1112
  • Black: A 1050 is 116 points (12%) higher than the average black SAT score of 934
  • Hispanic: A 1050 is 83 points (9%) higher than the average Hispanic SAT score of 967
  • Asian: A 1050 is 189 points (15%) lower than the average Asian SAT score of 1239
  • Pacific Islander: A 1050 is 100 points (11%) higher than the average Pacific Islander SAT score of 950
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 1050 is 123 points (13%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native SAT score of 927
  • Two or more races: A 1050 is 66 points (6%) lower than the average two or more races SAT score of 1116

All groups

  • All Students: A 1050 is 10 points lower than the average SAT score for all students of 1060

What is the ACT equivalent to a 1050 SAT score?

A 1050 on the SAT translates to a 20 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 1050 SAT score?

Scoring a 1050 on the SAT places you in the 49th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 49% 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 833,000 students with only 867,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 703 colleges where your 1050 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 2,073 target schools (good chance), 996 reach (harder) schools and 1,425 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

New Jersey City University
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Jersey City, NJ

New Jersey City University

Public 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 6,539enrollment
  • $19,252net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
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Admission Chance92%

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Delaware Valley University
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Doylestown, PA

Delaware Valley University

Private 4 Year

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1100 Average SAT Score

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#45 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,178enrollment
  • $29,256net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1198SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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Point University
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East Point, GA
 

Point University

Private 4 Year

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980 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,015enrollment
  • $19,890net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 850-1100SAT range
  • 13-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
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Admission Chance32%

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Alvernia University
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Reading, PA

Alvernia University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#51 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,484enrollment
  • $27,091net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 996-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
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Admission Chance53%

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Loyola University New Orleans
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New Orleans, LA

Loyola University New Orleans

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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  • 4,397enrollment
  • $23,808net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Apr 15

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University of Detroit Mercy
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Detroit, MI

University of Detroit Mercy

Private 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 5,360enrollment
  • $18,197net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 960-1208SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
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Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Otterbein University
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Westerville, OH

Otterbein University

Private 4 Year

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1150 Average SAT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,458enrollment
  • $22,661net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1035-1260SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
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Admission Chance75%

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Lee University
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Cleveland, TN

Lee University

Private 4 Year

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1130 Average SAT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 3,927enrollment
  • $19,726net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
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Admission Chance64%

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Texas Wesleyan University
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Fort Worth, TX

Texas Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1010 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,578enrollment
  • $15,652net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 910-1100SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
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Admission Chance68%

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School of the Art Institute of Chicago
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Chicago, IL

School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

1150 Average SAT Score

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#17 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,532enrollment
  • $53,923net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1048-1260SAT range
  • 22-25ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Nov 15

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Southern Utah University
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Cedar City, UT

Southern Utah University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1140 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Utah

  • 14,330enrollment
  • $12,681net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Sep 8

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Northwest University
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Kirkland, WA

Northwest University

Private 4 Year

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1190 Average SAT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 1,014enrollment
  • $23,722net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Notre Dame College
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Cleveland, OH
 

Notre Dame College

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

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#30 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,444enrollment
  • $20,151net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 890-1100SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.09Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Dominican University
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River Forest, IL

Dominican University

Private 4 Year

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1020 Average SAT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 3,196enrollment
  • $18,162net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 890-1140SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Aug 31

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Capital University
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Columbus, OH

Capital University

Private 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,617enrollment
  • $24,439net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 960-1186SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due May 1

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Northwest Missouri State University
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Maryville, MO

Northwest Missouri State University

Public 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Missouri

  • 8,505enrollment
  • $14,197net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 938-1158SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
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Admission Chance86%

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Nichols College
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Dudley, MA

Nichols College

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

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#33 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,403enrollment
  • $27,192net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 945-1180SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Penn State Altoona
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Altoona, PA
 

Penn State Altoona

Public 4 Year

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1150 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,577enrollment
  • $20,621net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA
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FAQs

Is a 1050 a good SAT score?

A score of 1050 is about average. The score puts you in the bottom 49th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 1050 SAT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 1050 SAT score?

East Carolina University, Texas State University and Georgia State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 1050 SAT score.

What percentile is 1050 on the SAT?

A 1050 ranks in the bottom 49th percentile of all students who take the SAT exam.

What is the equivalent ACT score to a 1050 SAT?

A 1050 converts to a 20 on the ACT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 20 ACT score.