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.

Arkansas Tech University
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Russellville, AR

Arkansas Tech University

Public 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 9,445enrollment
  • $12,016net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 990-1180SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance93%

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George Fox University
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Newberg, OR

George Fox University

Private 4 Year

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1160 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 4,028enrollment
  • $28,840net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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McKendree University
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Lebanon, IL

McKendree University

Private 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,960enrollment
  • $22,431net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 871-1277SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
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Admission Chance66%

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Wartburg College
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Waverly, IA
 

Wartburg College

Private 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Score

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#11 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,444enrollment
  • $23,683net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1120SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette
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Lafayette, LA

University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 15,219enrollment
  • $13,036net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1023-1198SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance66%

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University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne
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Fort Wayne, IN
 

University of Saint Francis Fort Wayne

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1030 Average SAT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,903enrollment
  • $18,162net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Columbia International University
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Columbia, SC
 

Columbia International University

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

 

#5 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 2,481enrollment
  • $19,911net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 990-1195SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance42%

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Trinity College of Florida
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Trinity, FL
 

Trinity College of Florida

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

970 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 181enrollment
  • $14,645net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 780-1150SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.04Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Jul 31

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Webster University
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Saint Louis, MO

Webster University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

1170 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 6,396enrollment
  • $23,069net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1026-1315SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
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Admission Chance42%

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North Greenville University
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Tigerville, SC

North Greenville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1100 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 2,125enrollment
  • $11,705net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance71%

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Western Connecticut State University
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Danbury, CT

Western Connecticut State University

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 4,417enrollment
  • $15,862net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-29ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
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Admission Chance78%

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Emory and Henry College
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Emory, VA

Emory and Henry College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,358enrollment
  • $20,834net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance97%

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University of New Orleans
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New Orleans, LA

University of New Orleans

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

1060 Average SAT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 7,111enrollment
  • $11,508net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 930-1190SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Maryville University of Saint Louis
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Saint Louis, MO
 

Maryville University of Saint Louis

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 9,959enrollment
  • $26,757net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance84%

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St. Francis College
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Brooklyn Heights, NY

St. Francis College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

1120 Average SAT Score

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#52 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,661enrollment
  • $18,602net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%

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Lake Superior State University
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Sault Ste Marie, MI

Lake Superior State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1110 Average SAT Score

 

#10 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 1,655enrollment
  • $14,336net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1225SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Northeastern State University
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Tahlequah, OK

Northeastern State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 6,702enrollment
  • $9,669net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 875-1130SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
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Admission Chance99%

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The University of Texas of the Permian Basin
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Odessa, TX

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

1000 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 5,848enrollment
  • $10,370net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 910-1090SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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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.