Colleges for a 23 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 23 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 23 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 737 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 23 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 23 ACT good?

Yes, with score of 23 you're in about the top third. It situates you in the top 68th 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 23 score represents 64% of the total possible points. If a 23 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 23

Let's examine how a 23 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 23 is 2.7 points (13%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 23 is 2.4 points (12%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 23 is 1.3 points (6%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 23 is 6.7 points (41%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 23 is 4.7 points (26%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 23 is 1.9 points (8%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 23 is 5.8 points (34%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 23 is 6.1 points (36%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 23 is 2.4 points (12%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 23 is 2.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 23 ACT score?

A 23 on the ACT translates to a 1140 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 23 ACT score?

Scoring a 23 on the ACT places you in the 68th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 68% 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 1,360,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 640,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 737 colleges where your 23 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 2,214 target schools (good chance), 519 reach (harder) schools and 1,683 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Florida Atlantic University
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Boca Raton, FL

Florida Atlantic University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 29,592enrollment
  • $9,711net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due May 1

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San Francisco State University
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San Francisco, CA

San Francisco State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Public Universities in California

  • 25,282enrollment
  • $13,267net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Washington State University
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Pullman, WA

Washington State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 27,539enrollment
  • $17,911net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jan 31

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Savannah College of Art and Design
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Savannah, GA

Savannah College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 16,414enrollment
  • $45,976net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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Oregon State University
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Corvallis, OR

Oregon State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 34,292enrollment
  • $21,163net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Iowa State University
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Ames, IA

Iowa State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 29,969enrollment
  • $15,310net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1350SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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Florida Gulf Coast University
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Fort Myers, FL

Florida Gulf Coast University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 15,969enrollment
  • $10,834net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Nov 1

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James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 22,224enrollment
  • $18,274net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Estimated Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance65%

Applications Due Jan 15

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SUNY at Albany
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Albany, NY

SUNY at Albany

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 16,658enrollment
  • $17,714net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of North Texas
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Denton, TX

University of North Texas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 44,767enrollment
  • $15,283net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1240SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Grand Valley State University
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Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 21,648enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

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West Virginia University
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Morgantown, WV

West Virginia University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in West Virginia

  • 24,741enrollment
  • $12,202net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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Boise State University
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Boise, ID

Boise State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Idaho

  • 26,115enrollment
  • $17,724net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.37Estimated Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Ball State University
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Muncie, IN

Ball State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 19,777enrollment
  • $12,615net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1260SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance57%

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University of North Carolina at Charlotte
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Charlotte, NC

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 29,551enrollment
  • $13,951net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jun 1

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California State University Fullerton
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Fullerton, CA

California State University Fullerton

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in California

  • 40,386enrollment
  • $7,925net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1180SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Spelman College
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HBCU
Atlanta, GA

Spelman College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 3,102enrollment
  • $37,085net price
  • 28%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance33%

Applications Due Feb 1

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California State University Sacramento
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Sacramento, CA

California State University Sacramento

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in California

  • 31,818enrollment
  • $11,596net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 930-1130SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Nov 30

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FAQs

Is a 23 a good ACT score?

Yes, with score of 23 you're in about the top third. The score puts you in the top 68th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 23 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 23 ACT score?

Arizona State University, The University of Alabama and San Diego State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 23 ACT score.

What percentile is 23 on the ACT?

A 23 ranks in the top 68th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 23 ACT?

A 23 converts to a 1140 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1140 SAT score.