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.

Virginia Military Institute
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Lexington, VA

Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,512enrollment
  • $18,129net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1300SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Iona College
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New Rochelle, NY

Iona College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#45 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,827net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Adelphi University
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Garden City, NY

Adelphi University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#24 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 7,252enrollment
  • $26,953net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance65%

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Point Loma Nazarene University
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San Diego, CA

Point Loma Nazarene University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 4,319enrollment
  • $34,933net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1350SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Texas Woman's University
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Denton, TX

Texas Woman's University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 15,958enrollment
  • $11,682net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.24Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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University of Wyoming
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Laramie, WY

University of Wyoming

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in Wyoming

  • 11,100enrollment
  • $12,819net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Aug 10

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Manhattan College
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Riverdale, NY

Manhattan College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#21 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,575enrollment
  • $29,535net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Aug 31

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Campbell University
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Buies Creek, NC

Campbell University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 5,272enrollment
  • $24,280net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1230SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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CUNY City College
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New York, NY

CUNY City College

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 14,489enrollment
  • $5,181net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Samford University
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Birmingham, AL

Samford University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 5,682enrollment
  • $31,803net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1270SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due May 1

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Adams State College
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Alamosa, CO

Adams State College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 2,854enrollment
  • $13,224net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 910-1130SAT range
  • 15-26ACT range
  • 3.2Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance99%

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University of the Incarnate Word
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San Antonio, TX

University of the Incarnate Word

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

19 Average ACT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 7,305enrollment
  • $20,832net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 910-1133SAT range
  • 16-23ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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Kent State University at Kent
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Kent, OH

Kent State University at Kent

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 25,854enrollment
  • $19,046net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Eastern Michigan University
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Ypsilanti, MI

Eastern Michigan University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#13 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,018enrollment
  • $15,826net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 930-1180SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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Hawaii Pacific University
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Honolulu, HI

Hawaii Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Private Colleges in Hawaii

  • 4,876enrollment
  • $30,501net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Sep 6

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Bowling Green State University Main Campus
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Bowling Green, OH

Bowling Green State University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 16,920enrollment
  • $20,485net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Troy University
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Troy, AL

Troy University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

 

#9 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 14,156enrollment
  • $13,187net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 950-1150SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
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Greensboro, NC

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 17,978enrollment
  • $10,979net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1280SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Mar 1

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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.