Western Colleges for a 24 on the ACT

What Western colleges accept a 24 ACT score?

These Western colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 24 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 76 Western colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 24 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 Western colleges

Is a 24 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 24 is a good score. It situates you in the top 73rd 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 24 score represents 67% of the total possible points. If a 24 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 24

Let's examine how a 24 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 24 is 3.7 points (18%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 24 is 3.4 points (17%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 24 is 2.3 points (11%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 24 is 7.7 points (47%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 24 is 5.7 points (31%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 24 is 0.9 points (4%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 24 is 6.8 points (40%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 24 is 7.1 points (42%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 24 is 3.4 points (17%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 24 is 3.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 24 ACT score?

A 24 on the ACT translates to a 1180 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 24 ACT score?

Scoring a 24 on the ACT places you in the 73rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 73% 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 1,460,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 540,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 24 ACT Colleges

Displaying 76 colleges where your 24 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 228 target schools (good chance), 72 reach (harder) schools and 333 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Seattle Pacific University
S
Seattle, WA

Seattle Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 3,118enrollment
  • $26,549net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1350SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jul 11

University of Nevada Reno
N
Reno, NV

University of Nevada Reno

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Nevada

  • 20,945enrollment
  • $16,670net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1270SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Apr 7

The University of Montana
M
Missoula, MT

The University of Montana

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Montana

  • 9,955enrollment
  • $16,361net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 18

Concordia University Irvine
C
Irvine, CA

Concordia University Irvine

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#26 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 3,744enrollment
  • $29,508net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1260SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance65%

Life Pacific College
L
San Dimas, CA

Life Pacific College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 500enrollment
  • $22,395net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 930-1085SAT range
  • 16-25ACT range
  • 2.91Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due May 1

Regis University
R
Denver, CO

Regis University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Colorado

  • 4,668enrollment
  • $26,377net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

Saint Marys College of California
S
Moraga, CA

Saint Marys College of California

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 2,765enrollment
  • $32,129net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1253SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Jan 15

Southern Oregon University
S
Ashland, OR

Southern Oregon University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 5,204enrollment
  • $17,976net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 980-1230SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.34Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance93%

University of Washington Tacoma Campus
W
Tacoma, WA

University of Washington Tacoma Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 4,794enrollment
  • $10,680net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 16-24ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jun 30

Vanguard University of Southern California
V
Costa Mesa, CA
 

Vanguard University of Southern California

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 2,256enrollment
  • $24,279net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 980-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Aug 1

Colorado State University Pueblo
C
Pueblo, CO

Colorado State University Pueblo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 6,617enrollment
  • $13,033net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 900-1150SAT range
  • 17-25ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance99%

Applications Due Aug 1

Fresno Pacific University
F
Fresno, CA

Fresno Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#28 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 3,032enrollment
  • $15,255net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 970-1240SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

La Sierra University
L
Riverside, CA
 

La Sierra University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,614enrollment
  • $25,076net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 880-1140SAT range
  • 18-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Pacific University
P
Forest Grove, OR

Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Oregon

  • 3,559enrollment
  • $33,472net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1350SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Aug 25

Brigham Young University Hawaii
B
Laie, HI

Brigham Young University Hawaii

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in Hawaii

  • 2,735enrollment
  • $15,835net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1023-1236SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.47Estimated Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance43%

Applications Due Feb 1

The Evergreen State College
E
Olympia, WA

The Evergreen State College

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 2,105enrollment
  • $16,318net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.12Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Western State Colorado University
W
Gunnison, CO

Western State Colorado University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 3,548enrollment
  • $16,672net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1270SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Southern Utah University
S
Cedar City, UT

Southern Utah University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Utah

  • 14,330enrollment
  • $12,681net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Sep 8