Colleges for a 19 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 19 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 19 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 525 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 19 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 19 ACT bad?

A score of 19 is a little worse than average. It situates you in the bottom 44th percentile on the national scale, underperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your slightly below 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 19 score represents 53% of the total possible points. If a 19 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 19

Let's examine how a 19 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 19 is 1.3 points (6%) lower than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 19 is 1.6 points (8%) lower than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 19 is 2.7 points (12%) lower than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 19 is 2.7 points (17%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 19 is 0.7 points (4%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 19 is 5.9 points (24%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 19 is 1.8 points (10%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 19 is 2.1 points (12%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 19 is 1.6 points (8%) lower than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 19 is 1.3 points lower than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 19 ACT score?

A 19 on the ACT translates to a 1010 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 19 ACT score?

Scoring a 19 on the ACT places you in the 44th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 44% 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 880,000 students with only 1,120,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 525 colleges where your 19 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 1,509 target schools (good chance), 1,107 reach (harder) schools and 1,374 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

PennWest California
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California, PA

PennWest California

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

 

#20 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 6,509enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 940-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
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Cleveland State University
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Cleveland, OH

Cleveland State University

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 14,385enrollment
  • $15,719net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 880-1130SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.31Estimated Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Aug 15

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College of Coastal Georgia
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Brunswick, GA

College of Coastal Georgia

Public 4 Year

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18 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 3,147enrollment
  • $12,117net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 900-1140SAT range
  • 15-22ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 5

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Lincoln University of Pennsylvania
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HBCU
Lincoln University, PA

Lincoln University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,824enrollment
  • $15,502net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 840-1040SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.06Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

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The University of Texas at Tyler
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Tyler, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 9,322enrollment
  • $13,248net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Aug 24

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University of New Mexico Main Campus
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Albuquerque, NM

University of New Mexico Main Campus

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in New Mexico

  • 21,953enrollment
  • $10,633net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1250SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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Florida College
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Temple Terrace, FL
 

Florida College

Private 4 Year

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23 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 622enrollment
  • $21,360net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 930-1200SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.28Estimated Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance58%

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Southern University and A & M College
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HBCU
Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University and A & M College

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

 

#12 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 7,320enrollment
  • $16,959net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 820-1000SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance69%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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HBCU
Princess Anne, MD

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 2,518enrollment
  • $12,020net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 840-1010SAT range
  • 16-19ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Life Pacific College
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San Dimas, CA

Life Pacific College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 500enrollment
  • $22,395net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1085SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 2.91Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due May 1

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Belmont Abbey College
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Belmont, NC

Belmont Abbey College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,501enrollment
  • $23,522net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 950-1140SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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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

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,133enrollment
  • $27,995net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 853-1060SAT range
  • 14-20ACT range
  • 2.98Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance60%

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Westfield State University
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Westfield, MA

Westfield State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 4,702enrollment
  • $18,021net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 17-22ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Farmingdale State College
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Farmingdale, NY

Farmingdale State College

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

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#24 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 9,314enrollment
  • $8,111net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1178SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due May 1

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Wichita State University
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Wichita, KS

Wichita State University

Public 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Kansas

  • 16,216enrollment
  • $13,553net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 953-1260SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance92%

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Austin Peay State University
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Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,326enrollment
  • $16,140net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 983-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 4

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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
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Slippery Rock, PA

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Public 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

 

#11 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 8,221enrollment
  • $17,873net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 960-1160SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance64%

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Texas A & M University Corpus Christi
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Corpus Christi, TX

Texas A & M University Corpus Christi

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 10,778enrollment
  • $15,181net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 982-1200SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jul 1

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FAQs

Is a 19 a good ACT score?

A score of 19 is a little worse than average. The score puts you in the bottom 44th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 19 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 19 ACT score?

East Carolina University, University of Hawaii at Manoa and Texas State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 19 ACT score.

What percentile is 19 on the ACT?

A 19 ranks in the bottom 44th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 19 ACT?

A 19 converts to a 1010 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1010 SAT score.