Midwestern Colleges for a 26 on the ACT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 26 ACT score?

These Midwestern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 26 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 150 Midwestern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 26 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 26 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 26 is very competitive. It situates you in the top 82nd 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 26 score represents 72% of the total possible points. If a 26 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 26

Let's examine how a 26 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

Male: A 26 is 5.7 points (28%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
Female: A 26 is 5.4 points (26%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

White: A 26 is 4.3 points (20%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
Black: A 26 is 9.7 points (60%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
Hispanic: A 26 is 7.7 points (42%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
Asian: A 26 is 1.1 points (4%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
Pacific Islander: A 26 is 8.8 points (51%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
American Indian/Alaska Native: A 26 is 9.1 points (54%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
Two or more races: A 26 is 5.4 points (26%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

All Students: A 26 is 5.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 26 ACT score?

A 26 on the ACT translates to a 1240 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 26 ACT score?

Scoring a 26 on the ACT places you in the 82nd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 82% 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 1,640,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 360,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 150 colleges where your 26 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 465 target schools (good chance), 54 reach (harder) schools and 681 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Butler University

B

Indianapolis, IN

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Butler University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

5,525enrollment
$37,399net price
82%acceptance rate
1110-1320SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.92Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Marquette University

M

Milwaukee, WI

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Marquette University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Wisconsin

11,167enrollment
$33,136net price
87%acceptance rate
1170-1360SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Dec 1

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Ohio University Main Campus

O

Athens, OH

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Ohio University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Ohio

24,145enrollment
$20,207net price
87%acceptance rate
1080-1270SAT range
22-27ACT range
3.59Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale

S

Carbondale, IL

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Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Illinois

11,107enrollment
$16,990net price
91%acceptance rate
900-1140SAT range
19-27ACT range
3.24Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance94%

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University of Nebraska Lincoln

N

Lincoln, NE

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University of Nebraska Lincoln

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Nebraska

23,805enrollment
$16,805net price
79%acceptance rate
1110-1340SAT range
22-28ACT range
3.63Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance82%

Applications Due May 1

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Bradley University

B

Peoria, IL

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Bradley University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

5,552enrollment
$24,053net price
75%acceptance rate
1050-1280SAT range
24-30ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance71%

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Drake University

D

Des Moines, IA

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Drake University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Iowa

4,685enrollment
$30,333net price
67%acceptance rate
1110-1340SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.7Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance61%

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

I

Indianapolis, IN

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Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Indiana

25,979enrollment
$11,462net price
83%acceptance rate
1050-1250SAT range
21-27ACT range
3.52Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 15

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University of Toledo

T

Toledo, OH

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University of Toledo

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Ohio

15,545enrollment
$17,654net price
92%acceptance rate
1060-1280SAT range
21-28ACT range
3.56Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance94%

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Michigan Technological University

M

Houghton, MI

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Michigan Technological University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Michigan

7,063enrollment
$18,235net price
94%acceptance rate
1130-1350SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.78Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance93%

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DePauw University

D

Greencastle, IN

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DePauw University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

1,752enrollment
$29,486net price
66%acceptance rate
1140-1360SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.97Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Hope College

H

Holland, MI

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Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

3,251enrollment
$25,800net price
80%acceptance rate
1090-1330SAT range
24-31ACT range
3.83Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance77%

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University of Missouri Columbia

M

Columbia, MO

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University of Missouri Columbia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Missouri

31,304enrollment
$19,889net price
79%acceptance rate
1140-1340SAT range
23-30ACT range
3.61Estimated Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance79%

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Missouri State University Springfield

M

Springfield, MO

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Missouri State University Springfield

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Missouri

22,535enrollment
$17,677net price
93%acceptance rate
973-1230SAT range
20-26ACT range
3.73Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance96%

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Saint Louis University Main Campus

S

Saint Louis, MO

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Saint Louis University Main Campus

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Missouri

15,755enrollment
$29,651net price
85%acceptance rate
1210-1400SAT range
26-31ACT range
3.95Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance77%

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Lewis University

L

Romeoville, IL

Lewis University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

6,513enrollment
$19,184net price
74%acceptance rate
1010-1200SAT range
21-29ACT range
3.6Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance77%

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John Carroll University

J

University Heights, OH

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John Carroll University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

2,922enrollment
$30,496net price
82%acceptance rate
1160-1320SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.66Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance78%

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Calvin College

C

Grand Rapids, MI

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Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

3,231enrollment
$25,775net price
74%acceptance rate
1120-1370SAT range
25-30ACT range
3.84Avg GPA

Your 26 ACT

Admission Chance69%

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