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 336 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

San Diego State University
S
San Diego, CA

San Diego State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Public Universities in California

  • 37,402enrollment
  • $13,017net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of Hawaii at Manoa
H
Honolulu, HI

University of Hawaii at Manoa

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Hawaii

  • 19,074enrollment
  • $13,639net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance84%

San Jose State University
S
San Jose, CA

San Jose State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Public Universities in California

  • 35,751enrollment
  • $14,219net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.35Estimated Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Dec 15

California State University Long Beach
C
Long Beach, CA

California State University Long Beach

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Public Universities in California

  • 38,973enrollment
  • $9,346net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance45%

Applications Due Nov 30

Colorado State University Fort Collins
C
Fort Collins, CO

Colorado State University Fort Collins

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 33,403enrollment
  • $16,926net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jul 1

Washington State University
W
Pullman, WA

Washington State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Washington

  • 27,539enrollment
  • $17,911net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1210SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Jan 31

University of Oregon
O
Eugene, OR

University of Oregon

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 23,163enrollment
  • $22,077net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jan 15

Oregon State University
O
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 24 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Feb 1

Boise State University
B
Boise, ID

Boise State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#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 24 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 1

University of California Riverside
C
Riverside, CA

University of California Riverside

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in California

  • 26,809enrollment
  • $14,487net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Nov 30

University of Utah
U
Salt Lake City, UT

University of Utah

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Utah

  • 34,734enrollment
  • $12,399net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1390SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Apr 1

University of Nevada Las Vegas
N
Las Vegas, NV

University of Nevada Las Vegas

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Nevada

  • 30,660enrollment
  • $13,159net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1220SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jun 1

Montana State University
M
Bozeman, MT

Montana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Montana

  • 16,681enrollment
  • $17,250net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance76%

California State University Chico
C
Chico, CA

California State University Chico

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in California

  • 14,183enrollment
  • $15,517net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Dec 15

Utah State University
U
Logan, UT

Utah State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 27,943enrollment
  • $14,577net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1300SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance95%

Portland State University
P
Portland, OR

Portland State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 21,609enrollment
  • $16,273net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1250SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.36Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Azusa Pacific University
A
Azusa, CA
 

Azusa Pacific University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 7,169enrollment
  • $26,666net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jun 1

University of Northern Colorado
N
Greeley, CO

University of Northern Colorado

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 9,380enrollment
  • $18,310net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 24 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Aug 1