Colleges for a 27 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 27 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 27 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 451 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 27 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 U.S. colleges

Is a 27 ACT good?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 27. It situates you in the top 85th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your significantly 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 27 score represents 75% of the total possible points. If a 27 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 27

Let's examine how a 27 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 27 is 6.7 points (33%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 27 is 6.4 points (31%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 27 is 5.3 points (24%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 27 is 10.7 points (66%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 27 is 8.7 points (48%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 27 is 2.1 points (8%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 27 is 9.8 points (57%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 27 is 10.1 points (60%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 27 is 6.4 points (31%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 27 is 6.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 27 ACT score?

A 27 on the ACT translates to a 1280 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 27 ACT score?

Scoring a 27 on the ACT places you in the 85th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 85% 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 1,700,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 300,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 451 colleges where your 27 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 1,437 target schools (good chance), 246 reach (harder) schools and 2,976 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Whittier College
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Whittier, CA

Whittier College

Private 4 Year

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27 Average ACT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,192enrollment
  • $28,368net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance75%

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Ramapo College of New Jersey
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Mahwah, NJ

Ramapo College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 5,478enrollment
  • $16,262net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1295SAT range
  • 23-32ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Queens University of Charlotte
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Charlotte, NC

Queens University of Charlotte

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,873enrollment
  • $29,459net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1255SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.41Estimated Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Sep 7

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Valparaiso University
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Valparaiso, IN

Valparaiso University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,958enrollment
  • $22,755net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 27-30ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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Austin College
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Sherman, TX

Austin College

Private 4 Year

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27 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in Texas

  • 1,182enrollment
  • $24,739net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance54%

Applications Due Jul 31

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University of North Carolina at Asheville
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Asheville, NC

University of North Carolina at Asheville

Public 4 Year

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24 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 2,914enrollment
  • $14,730net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1145-1340SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Catawba College
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Salisbury, NC

Catawba College

Private 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,172enrollment
  • $19,701net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1210SAT range
  • 18-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 15

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Biola University
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La Mirada, CA

Biola University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#15 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 5,387enrollment
  • $31,522net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1365SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance61%

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Rollins College
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Winter Park, FL

Rollins College

Private 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,029enrollment
  • $35,317net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1350SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Bryant University
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Smithfield, RI

Bryant University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 3,536enrollment
  • $40,361net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1163-1320SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.43Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Seattle Pacific University
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Seattle, WA

Seattle Pacific University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in Washington

  • 3,118enrollment
  • $26,549net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1350SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance95%

Applications Due Jul 11

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University of Massachusetts Lowell
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Lowell, MA

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 17,153enrollment
  • $17,240net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1348SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Michigan Technological University
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Houghton, MI

Michigan Technological University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 7,063enrollment
  • $18,235net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1350SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance94%

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DePauw University
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Greencastle, IN

DePauw University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,752enrollment
  • $29,486net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Concordia University Irvine
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Irvine, CA

Concordia University Irvine

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#26 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 3,744enrollment
  • $29,508net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1260SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance75%

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Siena College
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Loudonville, NY

Siena College

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#35 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,648enrollment
  • $30,842net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1270SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Loyola University Maryland
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Baltimore, MD

Loyola University Maryland

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 5,238enrollment
  • $33,312net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1360SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Hope College
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Holland, MI

Hope College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,251enrollment
  • $25,800net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1330SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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FAQs

Is a 27 a good ACT score?

Yes, you have a lot of opportunities at very good schools with a score of 27. The score puts you in the top 85th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 27 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 27 ACT score?

The University of Texas at Austin, Florida State University and Arizona State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 27 ACT score.

What percentile is 27 on the ACT?

A 27 ranks in the top 85th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 27 ACT?

A 27 converts to a 1280 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1280 SAT score.