Colleges for a 22 on the ACT

What colleges can I apply to with an ACT score of 22?

With a 22 on the ACT, these colleges are a good match for your score

Looking at the most recent published freshman class ACT scores for all U.S. colleges, we've found 819 schools where submitting a 22 with your college application places you around the middle ACT score range of admitted students' average ACT scores. They represent the most popular schools where you will be a competitive applicant and those which have historically accepted a 22 ACT score. You can view your reach schools and safety schools by using the admission chance filter. Keep in mind, an ACT score alone won't get you admitted. It's equally important to have the GPA that the college is expecting for incoming students.

Is a 22 a good ACT score?

A score of 22 is better than average. It places you in the top 63rd percentile nationally out of the 2 million test takers of the ACT entrance exam. The score indicates you've done an above above average job answering the questions on the English, Math, Reading and Science sections of the test. If a 22 isn't strong enough to get into your dream school, consider taking a test prep course to see if you can raise your score.

What is the SAT equivalent to a 22 ACT score?

For comparison purposes, a 22 on the ACT converts to a 1110 on the SAT based on the College Board / ACT concordance. Not all colleges report both SAT and ACT score admission data so you should check our comparable listings for both standardized tests to find academically similar schools.

What colleges can I get into?

Here are some of the top ranked colleges which have historically accepted students in this test score range. Scroll down further to explore, search, sort and filter the full list.

Best ranked colleges for a 22 ACT score
CollegeAverage ACT
Virginia Military Institute24
St Mary's College of Maryland25
Westmont College25
University of Utah25
Union University26
Linfield College McMinnville Campus23
University of Hawaii at Manoa23
Oklahoma City University25
University of Detroit Mercy24
Howard University24
Azusa Pacific University23
New York Institute of Technology25
Saint John Fisher College23
Hampden Sydney College23
University of Iowa25
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List of 22 ACT Colleges

Displaying 692 colleges where your 22 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 1,672 target schools (good chance), 346 reach (harder) schools and 812 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Old Dominion University
O
Norfolk, VA
Old Dominion University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT

#11 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $16,681net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 980-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance91%
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Virginia Commonwealth University
V
Richmond, VA
Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT

#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 30,697enrollment
  • $20,968net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
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Admission Chance83%
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Liberty University
L
Lynchburg, VA
Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT

#13 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 79,152enrollment
  • $28,181net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance43%
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Christopher Newport University
C
Newport News, VA
Christopher Newport University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT

#8 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,957enrollment
  • $25,443net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance63%
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Virginia Military Institute
V
Lexington, VA
Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT

#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,685enrollment
  • $13,428net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance53%
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Longwood University
L
Farmville, VA
Longwood University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT

#12 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,911enrollment
  • $19,636net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance92%
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Roanoke College
R
Salem, VA
Roanoke College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT

#5 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,014enrollment
  • $27,180net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance69%
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Howard University
H
Washington, DC
Howard University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

24 Average ACT

#2 Best Value Colleges in District Of Columbia

  • 9,139enrollment
  • $21,428net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.54*Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance27%
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West Virginia University
W
Morgantown, WV
West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT

#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 26,864enrollment
  • $12,743net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance79%
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Towson University
T
Towson, MD
Towson University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

22 Average ACT

#4 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 22,923enrollment
  • $16,161net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance76%
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Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ
Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 51,585enrollment
  • $14,081net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance78%
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San Diego State University
S
San Diego, CA
San Diego State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT

#10 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,303enrollment
  • $14,499net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
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Admission Chance25%
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University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY
University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 29,182enrollment
  • $18,958net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1320SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance94%
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East Carolina University
E
Greenville, NC
East Carolina University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

22 Average ACT

#8 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 28,718enrollment
  • $13,635net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1190SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance79%
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University of Hawaii at Manoa
H
Honolulu, HI
University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT

#1 Best Public Universities in Hawaii

  • 17,710enrollment
  • $15,441net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance53%
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University of Arizona
A
Tucson, AZ
University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT

#1 Best Public Universities in Arizona

  • 44,097enrollment
  • $16,580net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1360SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance79%
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Kennesaw State University
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K
Kennesaw, Georgia
Kennesaw State University

Public 4 Year

15 reviews

22 Average ACT

 

  • 24,176enrollment
  • $15,451net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1250SAT range
  • 21-24ACT range
  • 3.22Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance62%
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Texas State University
T
San Marcos, TX
Texas State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

22 Average ACT

#7 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 38,644enrollment
  • $13,178net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1180SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.38*Avg GPA
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Admission Chance81%
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FAQs

Is a 22 a good ACT score?

A score of 22 is better than average. The score puts you in the top 63rd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 22 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 22 ACT score?

Old Dominion University, Virginia Commonwealth University and Liberty University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 22 ACT score.

What percentile is 22 on the ACT?

A 22 ranks in the top 63rd percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 22 ACT?

A 22 converts to a 1110 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1110 SAT score.