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.

Sierra Nevada University
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Incline Village, NV

Sierra Nevada University

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 631enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 920-1200SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.24Estimated Avg GPA
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Penn State Beaver
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Monaca, PA
 

Penn State Beaver

Public 4 Year

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1160 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 522enrollment
  • $18,113net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Tennessee Wesleyan College
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Athens, TN
 

Tennessee Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,052enrollment
  • $13,591net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance61%

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Black Hills State University
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Spearfish, SD

Black Hills State University

Public 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 3,425enrollment
  • $16,782net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1085SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.22Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance98%

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Penn State Mont Alto
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Mont Alto, PA
 

Penn State Mont Alto

Public 4 Year

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1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 670enrollment
  • $19,838net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance86%

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Southern Wesleyan University
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Central, SC
 

Southern Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,175enrollment
  • $17,639net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1013-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance43%

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King College
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Bristol, TN
 

King College

Private 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $22,626net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
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Admission Chance55%

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Graceland University Lamoni
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Lamoni, IA
 

Graceland University Lamoni

Private 4 Year

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1000 Average SAT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,237enrollment
  • $16,627net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 880-1120SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
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Admission Chance79%

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Oklahoma Baptist University
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Shawnee, OK

Oklahoma Baptist University

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Oklahoma

  • 1,399enrollment
  • $24,672net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
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Admission Chance45%

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Bethany College
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Bethany, WV
 

Bethany College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

990 Average SAT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in West Virginia

  • 623enrollment
  • $17,605net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 870-1110SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 2.85Avg GPA
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Admission Chance72%

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Northern State University
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Aberdeen, SD
 

Northern State University

Public 4 Year

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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
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Admission Chance82%

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Boston Baptist College
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Boston, MA
 

Boston Baptist College

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 43enrollment
  • $15,837net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 10-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Rocky Mountain College
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Billings, MT

Rocky Mountain College

Private 4 Year

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1100 Average SAT Score

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#2 Best Private Colleges in Montana

  • 1,054enrollment
  • $19,353net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 970-1230SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Brescia University
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Owensboro, KY
 

Brescia University

Private 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

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  • 646enrollment
  • $16,127net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 920-1190SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance49%

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Kuyper College
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Grand Rapids, MI
 

Kuyper College

Private 4 Year

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1050 Average SAT Score

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  • 82enrollment
  • $18,853net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 935-1170SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance76%

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Mid Atlantic Christian University
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Elizabeth City, NC
 

Mid Atlantic Christian University

Private 4 Year

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960 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 133enrollment
  • $22,120net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 760-1160SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Southern Adventist University
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Collegedale, TN
 

Southern Adventist University

Private 4 Year

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1130 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,903enrollment
  • $24,332net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 980-1280SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
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Admission Chance58%

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Martin Methodist College
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Pulaski, TN

Martin Methodist College

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 934enrollment
  • $16,762net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.17Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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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.