Midwestern Colleges for a 25 on the ACT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 25 ACT score?

These Midwestern 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 181 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 181 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 555 target schools (good chance), 66 reach (harder) schools and 567 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Albion College
A
Albion, MI

Albion College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,456enrollment
  • $19,351net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 930-1160SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance74%

North Park University
N
Chicago, IL

North Park University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,660enrollment
  • $19,029net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 890-1162SAT range
  • 20-26ACT range
  • 3.14Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Ohio Northern University
O
Ada, OH

Ohio Northern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,015enrollment
  • $27,398net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance41%

Applications Due Aug 15

Millikin University
M
Decatur, IL

Millikin University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,807enrollment
  • $10,492net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 930-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance81%

University of Mount Union
M
Alliance, OH

University of Mount Union

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,130enrollment
  • $23,259net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance85%

University of Minnesota Morris
M
Morris, MN

University of Minnesota Morris

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Minnesota

  • 1,068enrollment
  • $11,169net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

Truman State University
T
Kirksville, MO

Truman State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Missouri

  • 3,960enrollment
  • $13,993net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance40%

Illinois Wesleyan University
I
Bloomington, IL

Illinois Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,527enrollment
  • $30,096net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1330SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance30%

Cedarville University
C
Cedarville, OH

Cedarville University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 4,960enrollment
  • $25,462net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1380SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance60%

Carroll University
C
Waukesha, WI
 

Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 3,283enrollment
  • $25,485net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1340SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.39Estimated Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Andrews University
A
Berrien Springs, MI

Andrews University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,858enrollment
  • $24,194net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1350SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Drury University
D
Springfield, MO
 

Drury University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 1,595enrollment
  • $20,996net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1360SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Aug 30

Ohio Wesleyan University
O
Delaware, OH

Ohio Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,410enrollment
  • $27,311net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1123-1358SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance47%

Applications Due Mar 1

University of Southern Indiana
S
Evansville, IN

University of Southern Indiana

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 9,178enrollment
  • $14,443net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 15

University of Wisconsin Stout
W
Menomonie, WI

University of Wisconsin Stout

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Wisconsin

  • 7,234enrollment
  • $15,510net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 20-25ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Sep 1

Wabash College
W
Crawfordsville, IN

Wabash College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 835enrollment
  • $22,976net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1122-1320SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Jul 1

Rockhurst University
R
Kansas City, MO

Rockhurst University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 3,405enrollment
  • $22,994net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1083-1288SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jun 30

University of Michigan Flint
M
Flint, MI

University of Michigan Flint

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 5,985enrollment
  • $10,840net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 930-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 25 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Aug 22