Connecticut Colleges for a 28 on the ACT

What Connecticut colleges accept a 28 ACT score?

These Connecticut colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 28 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 8 Connecticut colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 28 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 Connecticut colleges

Is a 28 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 28 is very good. It situates you in the top 88th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your significantly 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 28 score represents 78% of the total possible points. If a 28 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 28

Let's examine how a 28 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 28 is 7.7 points (38%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 28 is 7.4 points (36%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 28 is 6.3 points (29%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 28 is 11.7 points (72%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 28 is 9.7 points (53%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 28 is 3.1 points (12%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 28 is 10.8 points (63%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 28 is 11.1 points (66%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 28 is 7.4 points (36%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 28 is 7.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 28 ACT score?

A 28 on the ACT translates to a 1310 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 28 ACT score?

Scoring a 28 on the ACT places you in the 88th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 88% 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 1,760,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 240,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 28 ACT Colleges

Displaying 8 colleges where your 28 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 24 target schools (good chance), 9 reach (harder) schools and 15 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Quinnipiac University
Q
Hamden, CT

Quinnipiac University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 8,788enrollment
  • $39,051net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Connecticut
C
Storrs, CT

University of Connecticut

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in America

  • 27,003enrollment
  • $23,985net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1440SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.74Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance42%

Applications Due Jan 15

Fairfield University
F
Fairfield, CT

Fairfield University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 6,019enrollment
  • $46,065net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1370SAT range
  • 28-31ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance41%

Applications Due Jan 15

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 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

United States Coast Guard Academy
C
New London, Connecticut

United States Coast Guard Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,037enrollment
  • -net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1365SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Jan 15

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 28 ACT
Admission Chance90%

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 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

University of Connecticut Hartford Campus
C
Hartford, Connecticut
 

University of Connecticut Hartford Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 1,535enrollment
  • $11,779net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance99%