New England Colleges for a 22 on the ACT

What New England colleges accept a 22 ACT score?

These New England colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 22 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 22 New England colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 22 ACT score. However, it's crucial to remember that a good ACT 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 ACT scores from students admitted to all New England colleges

Is a 22 ACT good?

A score of 22 is better than average. It situates you in the top 63rd percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your above average performance in answering questions in the English, Math, Reading and Science sections of the exam. The ACT is scored out of a maximum of 36 and a minimum of 1, meaning your 22 score represents 61% of the total possible points. If a 22 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 22

Let's examine how a 22 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 22 is 1.7 points (8%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 22 is 1.4 points (7%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 22 is 0.3 points (1%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 22 is 5.7 points (35%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 22 is 3.7 points (20%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 22 is 2.9 points (12%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 22 is 4.8 points (28%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 22 is 5.1 points (30%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 22 is 1.4 points (7%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 22 is 1.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 22 ACT score?

A 22 on the ACT translates to a 1110 on the SAT 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 22 ACT score?

Scoring a 22 on the ACT places you in the 63rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 63% of all test takers. To put this in perspective, about 2 million students sit for the ACT each year. Thus, with your score, you've outperformed about 1,260,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 740,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 22 ACT Colleges

Displaying 22 colleges where your 22 ACT 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 60 target schools (good chance), 57 reach (harder) schools and 90 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Bridgewater State University
B
Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 9,604enrollment
  • $17,225net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Feb 15

University of Maine
M
Orono, ME

University of Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 12,231enrollment
  • $17,617net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Johnson & Wales University Providence
J
Providence, RI

Johnson & Wales University Providence

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,566enrollment
  • $32,801net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 940-1190SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Central Connecticut State University
C
New Britain, CT

Central Connecticut State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 9,468enrollment
  • $17,088net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 26

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
M
North Dartmouth, MA

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 7,457enrollment
  • $19,700net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1260SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Westfield State University
W
Westfield, MA

Westfield State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 4,702enrollment
  • $18,021net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Mar 1

Worcester State University
W
Worcester, MA

Worcester State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 5,311enrollment
  • $14,435net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Jun 1

University of Hartford
H
West Hartford, CT

University of Hartford

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 5,732enrollment
  • $31,687net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance74%

University of Connecticut Stamford
C
Stamford, CT

University of Connecticut Stamford

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 2,297enrollment
  • $13,933net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 990-1240SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Fitchburg State University
F
Fitchburg, MA

Fitchburg State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 6,554enrollment
  • $15,535net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance76%

University of Southern Maine
S
Portland, ME

University of Southern Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 7,583enrollment
  • $12,343net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 998-1220SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Fisher College
F
Boston, MA

Fisher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#32 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $26,257net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 800-1070SAT range
  • 15-24ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Western Connecticut State University
W
Danbury, CT

Western Connecticut State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 4,417enrollment
  • $15,862net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1230SAT range
  • 19-29ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Eastern Connecticut State University
E
Willimantic, CT

Eastern Connecticut State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Connecticut

  • 4,082enrollment
  • $18,628net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 16-28ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Becker College
B
Worcester, MA

Becker College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

 

#35 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,675enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 20-31ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT

Lasell College
L
Newton, MA

Lasell College

Private 4 Year

18 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#31 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,591enrollment
  • $29,706net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 995-1268SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance59%

Massachusetts Maritime Academy
M
Buzzards Bay, MA

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 1,425enrollment
  • $21,668net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1185SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Apr 15

Maine Maritime Academy
M
Castine, ME

Maine Maritime Academy

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 897enrollment
  • $19,964net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1075-1275SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance44%

Applications Due Mar 1