Southern Colleges for a 22 on the ACT

What Southern colleges accept a 22 ACT score?

These Southern 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 307 Southern 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 Southern 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 307 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 936 target schools (good chance), 177 reach (harder) schools and 603 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Dallas Baptist University
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Dallas, TX

Dallas Baptist University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 4,348enrollment
  • $27,607net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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Jacksonville State University
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Jacksonville, AL

Jacksonville State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,632enrollment
  • $11,953net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 940-1200SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Lynn University
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Boca Raton, FL

Lynn University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,520enrollment
  • $38,728net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1035-1185SAT range
  • 22-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Columbus State University
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Columbus, GA

Columbus State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 7,479enrollment
  • $12,902net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 900-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jun 30

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Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach
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West Palm Beach, FL

Palm Beach Atlantic University West Palm Beach

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,828enrollment
  • $30,276net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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University of South Alabama
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Mobile, AL

University of South Alabama

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 13,438enrollment
  • $15,664net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1003-1200SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Virginia Military Institute
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Lexington, VA

Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,512enrollment
  • $18,129net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1300SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Texas Woman's University
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Denton, TX

Texas Woman's University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

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#16 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 15,958enrollment
  • $11,682net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance96%

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Campbell University
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Buies Creek, NC

Campbell University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 5,272enrollment
  • $24,280net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance89%

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University of the Incarnate Word
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San Antonio, TX

University of the Incarnate Word

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 7,305enrollment
  • $20,832net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 910-1133SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance96%

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Troy University
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Troy, AL

Troy University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 14,156enrollment
  • $13,187net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance96%

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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Greensboro, NC

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 17,978enrollment
  • $10,979net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Saint Leo University
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Saint Leo, FL

Saint Leo University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#16 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,242enrollment
  • $20,390net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance77%

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Florida Southern College
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Lakeland, FL

Florida Southern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,281enrollment
  • $27,324net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Mary Hardin Baylor
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Belton, TX

University of Mary Hardin Baylor

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $31,197net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 970-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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Salisbury University
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Salisbury, MD

Salisbury University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 7,123enrollment
  • $19,756net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1320SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Delaware State University
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HBCU
Dover, DE

Delaware State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Delaware

  • 5,826enrollment
  • $11,886net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 830-1060SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance55%

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St. Mary's University
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San Antonio, TX

St. Mary's University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $21,379net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jan 15

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