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.

Virginia State University
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HBCU
Petersburg, VA

Virginia State University

Public 4 Year

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15 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,648enrollment
  • $15,773net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 830-1030SAT range
  • 14-17ACT range
  • 2.85Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due May 1

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Winston Salem State University
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HBCU
Winston-Salem, NC

Winston Salem State University

Public 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

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#12 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 5,004enrollment
  • $14,097net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 830-1050SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.01Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Lamar University
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Beaumont, TX

Lamar University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

16 Average ACT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 16,803enrollment
  • $11,757net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 830-1030SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance76%

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Central State University
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HBCU
Wilberforce, OH

Central State University

Public 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 5,434enrollment
  • $10,194net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 770-950SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.8Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance81%

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Fayetteville State University
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HBCU
Fayetteville, NC

Fayetteville State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

16 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 6,787enrollment
  • $6,355net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 870-1060SAT range
  • 14-19ACT range
  • 3.11Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Saint Augustines College
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HBCU
Raleigh, NC

Saint Augustines College

Private 4 Year

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14 Average ACT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,108enrollment
  • $20,081net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 780-940SAT range
  • 12-16ACT range
  • 2.5Avg GPA
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Admission Chance59%

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Kentucky State University
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HBCU
Frankfort, KY

Kentucky State University

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 1,726enrollment
  • $11,473net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 783-978SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.72Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance84%

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Huston Tillotson University
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HBCU
Austin, TX

Huston Tillotson University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

17 Average ACT Score

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  • 1,025enrollment
  • $21,069net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 840-1000SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.92Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance36%

Applications Due May 1

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Paul Quinn College
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HBCU
Dallas, TX

Paul Quinn College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

15 Average ACT Score

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  • 938enrollment
  • $8,994net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 855-1015SAT range
  • 14-17ACT range
  • 2.6Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Bloomfield College
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Bloomfield, NJ

Bloomfield College

Private 4 Year

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15 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 1,153enrollment
  • $20,320net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 770-960SAT range
  • 14-16ACT range
  • 2.69Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Webber International University
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Babson Park, FL
 

Webber International University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

17 Average ACT Score

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#20 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,133enrollment
  • $27,995net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 853-1060SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.98Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance34%

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Johnson C Smith University
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HBCU
Charlotte, NC

Johnson C Smith University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

15 Average ACT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,093enrollment
  • $20,045net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 800-980SAT range
  • 13-18ACT range
  • 2.48Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance20%

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Wesley College
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Dover, DE

Wesley College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

16 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 917enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 820-1050SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.93Estimated Avg GPA
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Point University
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East Point, GA
 

Point University

Private 4 Year

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18 Average ACT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,015enrollment
  • $19,890net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 850-1100SAT range
  • 13-23ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance16%

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Texas Wesleyan University
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Fort Worth, TX

Texas Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

17 Average ACT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,578enrollment
  • $15,652net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 910-1100SAT range
  • 14-21ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance47%

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Columbia College
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Columbia, SC
 

Columbia College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

16 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,514enrollment
  • $18,779net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 850-1140SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance96%

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Hartwick College
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Oneonta, NY

Hartwick College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

18 Average ACT Score

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#41 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,103enrollment
  • $22,396net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 10-27ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 14 ACT
Admission Chance53%

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Edward Waters College
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HBCU
Jacksonville, FL

Edward Waters College

Private 4 Year

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16 Average ACT Score

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  • 1,181enrollment
  • $13,649net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 820-990SAT range
  • 14-18ACT range
  • 2.64Avg GPA
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Admission Chance73%

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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.