Michigan Colleges for a 27 on the ACT

What Michigan colleges accept a 27 ACT score?

These Michigan 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 15 Michigan 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 Michigan 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 15 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 48 target schools (good chance), 3 reach (harder) schools and 84 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Michigan State University
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East Lansing, MI

Michigan State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Michigan

  • 50,023enrollment
  • $22,803net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Grand Valley State University
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Allendale, MI

Grand Valley State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 21,648enrollment
  • $17,105net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 960-1210SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due May 1

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Wayne State University
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Detroit, MI

Wayne State University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 23,630enrollment
  • $15,347net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1260SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Aug 1

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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 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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Western Michigan University
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Kalamazoo, MI

Western Michigan University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 17,000enrollment
  • $20,030net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 990-1220SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance92%

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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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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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Calvin College
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Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $25,775net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance74%

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Kalamazoo College
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Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,210enrollment
  • $26,981net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1370SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Kettering University
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Flint, MI

Kettering University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,769enrollment
  • $34,486net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance81%

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Albion College
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Albion, MI

Albion College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,456enrollment
  • $19,351net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 930-1160SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance79%

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Andrews University
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Berrien Springs, MI

Andrews University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 2,858enrollment
  • $24,194net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1350SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance94%

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University of Michigan Flint
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Flint, MI

University of Michigan Flint

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Michigan

  • 5,985enrollment
  • $10,840net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 930-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Aug 22

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Siena Heights University
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Adrian, MI

Siena Heights University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,857enrollment
  • $20,074net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 930-1133SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.32Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Aug 1

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