Mid Atlantic Colleges for a 25 on the ACT

What Mid Atlantic colleges accept a 25 ACT score?

These Mid Atlantic colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 25 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 111 Mid Atlantic colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 25 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 Mid Atlantic colleges

Is a 25 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 25 is quite good. It situates you in the top 78th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your well 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 25 score represents 69% of the total possible points. If a 25 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 25

Let's examine how a 25 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 25 is 4.7 points (23%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 25 is 4.4 points (21%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 25 is 3.3 points (15%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 25 is 8.7 points (53%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 25 is 6.7 points (37%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 25 is 0.1 points (0%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 25 is 7.8 points (45%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 25 is 8.1 points (48%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 25 is 4.4 points (21%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 25 is 4.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 25 ACT score?

A 25 on the ACT translates to a 1210 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 25 ACT score?

Scoring a 25 on the ACT places you in the 78th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 78% 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 1,560,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 440,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 25 ACT Colleges

Displaying 111 colleges where your 25 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 327 target schools (good chance), 93 reach (harder) schools and 186 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Seton Hill University
S
Greensburg, PA

Seton Hill University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#46 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,988enrollment
  • $24,576net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 15

Touro College
T
New York, NY

Touro College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 11,111enrollment
  • $23,960net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1428SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance59%

University of Pittsburgh Bradford
P
Bradford, PA

University of Pittsburgh Bradford

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,074enrollment
  • $16,505net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 980-1196SAT range
  • 19-29ACT range
  • 3.28Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance95%

Waynesburg University
W
Waynesburg, PA

Waynesburg University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#43 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,366enrollment
  • $22,281net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 960-1200SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Moravian University
M
Bethlehem, PA

Moravian University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,533enrollment
  • $31,168net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1253SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Penn State Berks
P
Reading, PA

Penn State Berks

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 2,077enrollment
  • $21,728net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1290SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.39Estimated Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Saint Peter's University
S
Jersey City, NJ

Saint Peter's University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in New Jersey

  • 3,430enrollment
  • $11,996net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 970-1150SAT range
  • 17-28ACT range
  • 3.31Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance92%

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred
O
Alfred, NY

SUNY College of Technology at Alfred

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#21 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 3,348enrollment
  • $17,262net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance90%

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome
S
Utica, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,842enrollment
  • $13,799net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 1

Nazareth College
N
Rochester, NY

Nazareth College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#30 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,522enrollment
  • $31,620net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Feb 1

The King's College
K
New York, NY

The King's College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 326enrollment
  • $34,192net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance30%

Penn State York
P
York, PA
 

Penn State York

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 718enrollment
  • $18,910net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 23-26ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance95%

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill
O
Cobleskill, NY

SUNY College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 1,783enrollment
  • $17,602net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 910-1150SAT range
  • 17-26ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Penn State New Kensington
P
Upper Burrell, PA
 

Penn State New Kensington

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 460enrollment
  • $19,757net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1210SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance90%

University of Pittsburgh Greensburg
P
Greensburg, PA

University of Pittsburgh Greensburg

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,328enrollment
  • $18,194net price
  • 98%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1275SAT range
  • 23-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Penn State Beaver
P
Monaca, PA
 

Penn State Beaver

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 522enrollment
  • $18,113net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1260SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Roberts Wesleyan College
R
Rochester, NY
 

Roberts Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#60 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,573enrollment
  • $23,341net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT

Applications Due Aug 25

Lancaster Bible College
L
Lancaster, PA
 

Lancaster Bible College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#55 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,066enrollment
  • $21,415net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1220SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.31Estimated Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance99%