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.

Mayville State University
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Mayville, ND

Mayville State University

Public 4 Year

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1070 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in North Dakota

  • 1,123enrollment
  • $14,347net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 880-1250SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Appalachian Bible College
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Mount Hope, WV
 

Appalachian Bible College

Private 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Score

 

#2 Best Value Colleges in West Virginia

  • 232enrollment
  • $15,106net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1036-1188SAT range
  • 17-26ACT range
  • 3.32Estimated Avg GPA
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Trinity Bible College
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Ellendale, ND
 

Trinity Bible College

Private 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 289enrollment
  • $15,628net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 950-1110SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.27Estimated Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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VanderCook College of Music
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Chicago, IL
 

VanderCook College of Music

Private 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 263enrollment
  • $12,436net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 890-1160SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
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Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary
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Ankeny, IA
 

Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 448enrollment
  • $14,845net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 940-1230SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
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Admission Chance48%

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Governors State University
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University Park, IL
 

Governors State University

Public 4 Year

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950 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 4,427enrollment
  • $9,833net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 830-1060SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
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Admission Chance70%

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Principia College
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Elsah, Illinois
 

Principia College

Private 4 Year

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1140 Average SAT Score

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  • 323enrollment
  • $18,039net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 970-1300SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
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Admission Chance40%

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The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
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Louisville, Kentucky
 

The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

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1090 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 4,266enrollment
  • $17,299net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 993-1178SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance84%

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Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
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Wake Forest, NC
 

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

Private 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 2,764enrollment
  • $16,324net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 980-1260SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance74%

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University of Houston Clear Lake
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Houston, TX
 

University of Houston Clear Lake

Public 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 8,562enrollment
  • $17,871net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 990-1173SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance64%

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University of Connecticut Hartford Campus
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Hartford, Connecticut
 

University of Connecticut Hartford Campus

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 1,535enrollment
  • $11,779net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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Ottawa University Surprise
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Surprise, Arizona
 

Ottawa University Surprise

Private 4 Year

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1110 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,736enrollment
  • $35,402net price
  • 29%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance24%

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Augusta University
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Augusta, GA

Augusta University

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 9,140enrollment
  • $13,572net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Admission Chance80%

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Middle Georgia State University
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Macon, GA

Middle Georgia State University

Public 4 Year

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1030 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 7,688enrollment
  • $13,174net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 910-1140SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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University of North Georgia
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Dahlonega, GA

University of North Georgia

Public 4 Year

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1080 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 18,029enrollment
  • $11,721net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 1050 SAT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Kennesaw State University
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Kennesaw, GA
 

Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

 

 

  • 43,190enrollment
  • $18,079net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
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Admission Chance56%

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Husson University
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Bangor, ME
 

Husson University

Private 4 Year

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1120 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,065enrollment
  • $19,978net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
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Admission Chance87%

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Purdue University Northwest
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Hammond, Indiana
 

Purdue University Northwest

Public 4 Year

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1060 Average SAT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 8,911enrollment
  • $9,162net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 950-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.19Avg GPA
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Admission Chance72%

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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.