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.

Elizabeth City State University
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Elizabeth City, NC

Elizabeth City State University

Public 4 Year

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19 Average ACT Score

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#13 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 2,149enrollment
  • $4,120net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 850-1070SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.16Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jun 30

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University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
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Oshkosh, WI

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 13,705enrollment
  • $12,827net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance83%

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California State University San Bernardino
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San Bernardino, CA

California State University San Bernardino

Public 4 Year

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17 Average ACT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in California

  • 19,803enrollment
  • $8,805net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 910-1080SAT range
  • 15-20ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Aurora University
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Aurora, IL

Aurora University

Private 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

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#31 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 5,918enrollment
  • $19,350net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 980-1198SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance71%

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Lander University
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Greenwood, SC

Lander University

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 4,167enrollment
  • $15,524net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 950-1190SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance63%

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University of Indianapolis
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Indianapolis, IN

University of Indianapolis

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 5,018enrollment
  • $22,283net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 960-1170SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance69%

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University of Akron Main Campus
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Akron, OH

University of Akron Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 13,465enrollment
  • $14,667net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Southern Oregon University
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Ashland, OR

Southern Oregon University

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 5,204enrollment
  • $17,976net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance84%

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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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Edwardsville, IL

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Public 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 12,519enrollment
  • $13,586net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 930-1160SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due May 1

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University of Washington Tacoma Campus
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Tacoma, WA

University of Washington Tacoma Campus

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

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  • 4,794enrollment
  • $10,680net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jun 30

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Texas A & M University Commerce
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Commerce, TX

Texas A & M University Commerce

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#23 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 11,306enrollment
  • $13,025net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 913-1150SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Frostburg State University
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Frostburg, MD

Frostburg State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 4,067enrollment
  • $16,114net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Reinhardt University
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Waleska, GA

Reinhardt University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,141enrollment
  • $26,845net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance49%

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Grambling State University
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HBCU
Grambling, LA

Grambling State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

17 Average ACT Score

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#13 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 5,058enrollment
  • $15,796net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • 840-990SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.01Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance58%

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SUNY Morrisville
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Morrisville, NY
 

SUNY Morrisville

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

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#30 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,803enrollment
  • $16,070net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 860-1060SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 2.7Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 15

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St. Thomas University
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Miami Gardens, FL
 

St. Thomas University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

18 Average ACT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 6,370enrollment
  • $28,654net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 860-1060SAT range
  • 16-21ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance71%

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Marshall University
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Huntington, WV

Marshall University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in West Virginia

  • 10,691enrollment
  • $8,756net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 930-1150SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 10

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Gainesville State College
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Oakwood, Georgia
 

Gainesville State College

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 8,568enrollment
  • -net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 930-1160SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 19 ACT
Admission Chance99%

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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.