Colleges for a 22 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 22 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 22 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 733 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 22 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 22 ACT good?

A score of 22 is better than average. It situates you in the top 63rd percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your above 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 22 score represents 61% of the total possible points. If a 22 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 22

Let's examine how a 22 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 22 is 1.7 points (8%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 22 is 1.4 points (7%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 22 is 0.3 points (1%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 22 is 5.7 points (35%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 22 is 3.7 points (20%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 22 is 2.9 points (12%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 22 is 4.8 points (28%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 22 is 5.1 points (30%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 22 is 1.4 points (7%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 22 is 1.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 22 ACT score?

A 22 on the ACT translates to a 1110 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 22 ACT score?

Scoring a 22 on the ACT places you in the 63rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 63% 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 1,260,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 740,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 733 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 2,184 target schools (good chance), 618 reach (harder) schools and 1,530 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Western Michigan University
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Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 17,000enrollment
  • $20,030net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance83%

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Stephen F Austin State University
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Nacogdoches, TX

Stephen F Austin State University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

 

#19 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 11,327enrollment
  • $13,858net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 970-1160SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.26Estimated Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance92%

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Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb, IL

Northern Illinois University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 15,649enrollment
  • $13,884net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 940-1170SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance71%

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Jacksonville University
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Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,837enrollment
  • $26,943net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance53%

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University of Colorado Colorado Springs
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Colorado Springs, CO

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 11,431enrollment
  • $16,990net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1215SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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Berry College
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Mount Berry, GA

Berry College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,360enrollment
  • $25,359net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1290SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Jul 15

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California State University Northridge
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Northridge, CA

California State University Northridge

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#24 Best Public Universities in California

  • 37,579enrollment
  • $8,936net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 900-1110SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Tarleton State University
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Stephenville, TX

Tarleton State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 14,092enrollment
  • $13,755net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance89%

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University of California Merced
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Merced, CA

University of California Merced

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Public Universities in California

  • 9,103enrollment
  • $13,549net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 960-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Flagler College St Augustine
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Saint Augustine, FL

Flagler College St Augustine

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#13 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 2,623enrollment
  • $26,547net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Florida Institute of Technology
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Melbourne, FL

Florida Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

 

#5 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 8,315enrollment
  • $30,752net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance48%

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Abilene Christian University
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Abilene, TX

Abilene Christian University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 5,079enrollment
  • $28,978net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Ohio University Main Campus
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Athens, OH

Ohio University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 24,145enrollment
  • $20,207net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1270SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Bridgewater State University
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Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 9,604enrollment
  • $17,225net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Feb 15

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North Carolina Central University
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HBCU
Durham, NC

North Carolina Central University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 7,553enrollment
  • $13,708net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 810-1130SAT range
  • 15-23ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance89%

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University of Kansas
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Lawrence, KS

University of Kansas

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Kansas

  • 26,708enrollment
  • $18,950net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1340SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance84%

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Middle Tennessee State University
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Murfreesboro, TN

Middle Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 20,086enrollment
  • $13,062net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance73%

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CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
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New York, NY

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#23 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 13,921enrollment
  • $5,001net price
  • 51%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1160SAT range
  • 21-25ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 22 ACT
Admission Chance43%

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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?

Arizona State University, San Diego State University and University of Kentucky 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.