Massachusetts Colleges for a 27 on the ACT

What Massachusetts colleges accept a 27 ACT score?

These Massachusetts 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 16 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts 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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List of 27 ACT Colleges

Displaying 16 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 45 target schools (good chance), 24 reach (harder) schools and 51 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Endicott College
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Beverly, MA

Endicott College

Private 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 4,006enrollment
  • $39,496net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1280SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance78%

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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

Test Optional

#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%

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University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
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North Dartmouth, MA

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Public 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 7,457enrollment
  • $19,700net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1260SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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University of Massachusetts Boston
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Boston, MA

University of Massachusetts Boston

Public 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 15,586enrollment
  • $17,123net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance85%

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Suffolk University
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Boston, MA

Suffolk University

Private 4 Year

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27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#27 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 6,734enrollment
  • $32,270net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance87%

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Worcester State University
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Worcester, MA

Worcester State University

Public 4 Year

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25 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 5,311enrollment
  • $14,435net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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Wentworth Institute of Technology
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Boston, MA

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#24 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,920enrollment
  • $37,901net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance90%

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Fitchburg State University
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Fitchburg, MA

Fitchburg State University

Public 4 Year

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25 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 6,554enrollment
  • $15,535net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1220SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%

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Springfield College
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Springfield, MA

Springfield College

Private 4 Year

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28 Average ACT Score

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#20 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,921enrollment
  • $27,930net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1300SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance71%

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Emmanuel College
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Boston, MA

Emmanuel College

Private 4 Year

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27 Average ACT Score

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#26 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 2,012enrollment
  • $32,273net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1310SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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Western New England University
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Springfield, MA

Western New England University

Private 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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#23 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,430enrollment
  • $30,214net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
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Admission Chance90%

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Wheaton College
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Norton, MA

Wheaton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,667enrollment
  • $32,863net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1390SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance66%

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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Boston, MA

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

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28 Average ACT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 6,824enrollment
  • $38,776net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1370SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Becker College
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Worcester, MA

Becker College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

 

#35 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,675enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 20-31ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
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Gordon College
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Wenham, MA

Gordon College

Private 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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#28 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,628enrollment
  • $24,483net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1086-1313SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Massachusetts Maritime Academy
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Buzzards Bay, MA

Massachusetts Maritime Academy

Public 4 Year

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24 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Massachusetts

  • 1,425enrollment
  • $21,668net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1185SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance93%

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