Midwestern Colleges for a 27 on the ACT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 27 ACT score?

These Midwestern 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 118 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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 118 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 375 target schools (good chance), 30 reach (harder) schools and 798 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Wittenberg University
W
Springfield, OH

Wittenberg University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,299enrollment
  • $22,912net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Lawrence University
L
Appleton, WI

Lawrence University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Wisconsin

  • 1,426enrollment
  • $26,368net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1460SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jan 15

St Louis College of Pharmacy
S
Saint Louis, MO

St Louis College of Pharmacy

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 695enrollment
  • $31,831net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1380SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Mar 1

Siena Heights University
S
Adrian, MI

Siena Heights University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#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

Viterbo University
V
La Crosse, WI

Viterbo University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,456enrollment
  • $23,257net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Monmouth College
M
Monmouth, IL

Monmouth College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 767enrollment
  • $20,237net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1210SAT range
  • 24-28ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Minneapolis College of Art and Design
M
Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 821enrollment
  • $28,443net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 19-27ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Apr 1

Ripon College
R
Ripon, WI

Ripon College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 766enrollment
  • $21,999net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 940-1160SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Franciscan University of Steubenville
F
Steubenville, OH

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,656enrollment
  • $25,310net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Northwestern College
N
Saint Paul, MN
 

Northwestern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 3,253enrollment
  • $25,704net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1015-1311SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 1

Augustana College
A
Rock Island, IL

Augustana College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,349enrollment
  • $24,660net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance73%

Applications Due Aug 1

York College
Y
York, NE
 

York College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 626enrollment
  • $17,835net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 800-1125SAT range
  • 14-27ACT range
  • 3.02Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance73%

The College of Saint Scholastica
S
Duluth, MN

The College of Saint Scholastica

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 3,207enrollment
  • $24,578net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1310SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance99%

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
S
Rapid City, SD

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Dakota

  • 2,492enrollment
  • $21,124net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1378SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Feb 15

Cleveland Institute of Art
C
Cleveland, OH

Cleveland Institute of Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 584enrollment
  • $33,395net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Wisconsin Lutheran College
W
Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin Lutheran College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 1,086enrollment
  • $22,682net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1038-1243SAT range
  • 22-27ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance97%

College of Saint Benedict
S
Saint Joseph, MN

College of Saint Benedict

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

23 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 1,470enrollment
  • $28,746net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1055-1245SAT range
  • 20-27ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance94%

College of Mount St. Joseph
M
Cincinnati, OH
 

College of Mount St. Joseph

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,027enrollment
  • $17,506net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1068-1233SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 27 ACT
Admission Chance69%