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.

Mississippi State University
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Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University

Public 4 Year

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25 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Value Colleges in Mississippi

  • 22,649enrollment
  • $15,364net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Louisville
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Louisville, KY

University of Louisville

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 22,017enrollment
  • $19,327net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1270SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Montana State University
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Bozeman, MT

Montana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Montana

  • 16,681enrollment
  • $17,250net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance85%

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St John's University New York
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Queens, NY

St John's University New York

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#40 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 19,663enrollment
  • $26,052net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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Central Michigan University
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Mount Pleasant, MI

Central Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 14,557enrollment
  • $15,605net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 980-1220SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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University of Mississippi
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University, MS

University of Mississippi

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in Mississippi

  • 22,300enrollment
  • $14,289net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance98%

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Liberty University
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Lynchburg, VA

Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 96,709enrollment
  • $29,913net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance99%

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Utah State University
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Logan, UT

Utah State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Value Colleges in Utah

  • 27,943enrollment
  • $14,577net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1300SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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Hampton University
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HBCU
Hampton, VA

Hampton University

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

22 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,286enrollment
  • $32,421net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 840-1220SAT range
  • 17-27ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of California Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, CA

University of California Santa Cruz

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in California

  • 19,478enrollment
  • $17,975net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance39%

Applications Due Nov 30

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University of Dayton
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Dayton, OH

University of Dayton

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 11,674enrollment
  • $30,590net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1158-1363SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Azusa Pacific University
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Azusa, CA
 

Azusa Pacific University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 7,169enrollment
  • $26,666net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 980-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Applications Due Jun 1

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University of North Carolina at Wilmington
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Wilmington, NC

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 17,843enrollment
  • $18,709net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1370SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.56Estimated Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of Northern Colorado
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Greeley, CO

University of Northern Colorado

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 9,380enrollment
  • $18,310net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 990-1200SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Minnesota Duluth
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Duluth, MN

University of Minnesota Duluth

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Minnesota

  • 9,675enrollment
  • $18,031net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1350SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of Michigan Dearborn
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Dearborn, MI

University of Michigan Dearborn

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 8,223enrollment
  • $12,444net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1290SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Apr 1

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The University of West Florida
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Pensacola, FL

The University of West Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 13,521enrollment
  • $8,609net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance64%

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Christopher Newport University
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Newport News, VA

Christopher Newport University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,559enrollment
  • $23,287net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Feb 1

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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.