Colleges for a 14 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 14 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 14 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 32 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 14 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 14 ACT bad?

A score of 14 is definitely low. It situates you in the bottom 13th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your very poor 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 14 score represents 39% of the total possible points. If a 14 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 14

Let's examine how a 14 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 14 is 6.3 points (31%) lower than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 14 is 6.6 points (32%) lower than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 14 is 7.7 points (35%) lower than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 14 is 2.3 points (14%) lower than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 14 is 4.3 points (23%) lower than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 14 is 10.9 points (44%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 14 is 3.2 points (19%) lower than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 14 is 2.9 points (17%) lower than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 14 is 6.6 points (32%) lower than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 14 is 6.3 points lower than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 14 ACT score?

A 14 on the ACT translates to a 800 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 14 ACT score?

Scoring a 14 on the ACT places you in the 13th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 13% 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 260,000 students with only 1,740,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 32 colleges where your 14 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 81 target schools (good chance), 1,371 reach (harder) schools and 1,332 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Gallaudet University
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Washington, DC

Gallaudet University

Private 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

 

#1 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 1,322enrollment
  • $13,787net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 752-1089SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance43%

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Le Moyne Owen College
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HBCU
Memphis, TN
 

Le Moyne Owen College

Private 4 Year

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15 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 609enrollment
  • $6,308net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 898-1093SAT range
  • 13-17ACT range
  • 2.5Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT

Applications Due Apr 1

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Livingstone College
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HBCU
Salisbury, NC

Livingstone College

Private 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 839enrollment
  • $15,914net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 800-960SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 2.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance51%

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Carroll College
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Helena, MT

Carroll College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Montana

  • 1,168enrollment
  • $23,916net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1200SAT range
  • 13-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance67%

Applications Due Feb 28

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Mississippi Valley State University
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HBCU
Itta Bena, MS

Mississippi Valley State University

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 1,879enrollment
  • $11,598net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 13-22ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance55%

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Wilberforce University
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HBCU
Wilberforce, OH
 

Wilberforce University

Private 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 656enrollment
  • $14,070net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 840-940SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance30%

Applications Due Jul 1

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York College
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York, NE
 

York College

Private 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 626enrollment
  • $17,835net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 800-1125SAT range
  • 14-27ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
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Admission Chance42%

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University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
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HBCU
Pine Bluff, AR

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Public 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 2,387enrollment
  • $9,959net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 805-1045SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.9Avg GPA
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Admission Chance54%

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Rockford University
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Rockford, IL
 

Rockford University

Private 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,181enrollment
  • $25,047net price
  • 55%acceptance rate
  • 840-1086SAT range
  • 12-20ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance47%

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Bacone College
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Muskogee, OK
 

Bacone College

Private 4 Year

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15 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 299enrollment
  • $17,114net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 938-1033SAT range
  • 14-17ACT range
  • 2.83Estimated Avg GPA
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Applications Due Aug 28

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Davis & Elkins College
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Elkins, WV
 

Davis & Elkins College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

7 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 650enrollment
  • $20,126net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 880-1125SAT range
  • 1-14ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Boston Baptist College
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Boston, MA
 

Boston Baptist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

18 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 43enrollment
  • $15,837net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 10-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
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Mid Atlantic Christian University
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Elizabeth City, NC
 

Mid Atlantic Christian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

17 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 133enrollment
  • $22,120net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 760-1160SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Saint Louis Christian College
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Florissant, MO
 

Saint Louis Christian College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 62enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 14-25ACT range
  • 2.52Avg GPA
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FAQs

Is a 14 a good ACT score?

A score of 14 is definitely low. The score puts you in the bottom 13th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 14 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 14 ACT score?

Virginia State University, Winston Salem State University and Lamar University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 14 ACT score.

What percentile is 14 on the ACT?

A 14 ranks in the bottom 13th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 14 ACT?

A 14 converts to a 800 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 800 SAT score.