Colleges for a 28 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 28 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 28 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 396 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 28 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 28 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 28 is very good. It situates you in the top 88th 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 28 score represents 78% of the total possible points. If a 28 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 28

Let's examine how a 28 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 28 is 7.7 points (38%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 28 is 7.4 points (36%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 28 is 6.3 points (29%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 28 is 11.7 points (72%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 28 is 9.7 points (53%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 28 is 3.1 points (12%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 28 is 10.8 points (63%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 28 is 11.1 points (66%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 28 is 7.4 points (36%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 28 is 7.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 28 ACT score?

A 28 on the ACT translates to a 1310 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 28 ACT score?

Scoring a 28 on the ACT places you in the 88th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 88% 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 1,760,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 240,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 396 colleges where your 28 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 1,287 target schools (good chance), 192 reach (harder) schools and 3,222 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Miami University
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Oxford, OH

Miami University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Ohio

  • 19,107enrollment
  • $23,031net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1390SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.85Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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Savannah College of Art and Design
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Savannah, GA

Savannah College of Art and Design

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#11 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 16,414enrollment
  • $45,976net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1280SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance90%

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University of Oregon
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Eugene, OR

University of Oregon

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 23,163enrollment
  • $22,077net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Indiana University Bloomington
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Bloomington, IN

Indiana University Bloomington

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 47,005enrollment
  • $16,234net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1400SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance78%

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Oregon State University
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Corvallis, OR

Oregon State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Oregon

  • 34,292enrollment
  • $21,163net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Stony Brook University
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Stony Brook, NY

Stony Brook University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#25 Best Public Universities in America

  • 25,710enrollment
  • $17,213net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1320-1500SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance34%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Iowa State University
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Ames, IA

Iowa State University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Iowa

  • 29,969enrollment
  • $15,310net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1350SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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University of San Francisco
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San Francisco, CA

University of San Francisco

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 9,688enrollment
  • $42,953net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1410SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Jan 15

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United States Air Force Academy
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USAFA, Colorado

United States Air Force Academy

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 4,085enrollment
  • -net price
  • 16%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1480SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance10%

Applications Due Dec 31

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James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#6 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 22,224enrollment
  • $18,274net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.57Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Illinois at Chicago
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Chicago, IL

University of Illinois at Chicago

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Illinois

  • 33,747enrollment
  • $10,384net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 1

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SUNY at Albany
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Albany, NY

SUNY at Albany

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 16,658enrollment
  • $17,714net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-31ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance74%

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University of South Florida Main Campus
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Tampa, FL

University of South Florida Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 49,600enrollment
  • $11,004net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1330SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due May 1

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Elon University
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Elon, NC

Elon University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 7,123enrollment
  • $41,527net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.65Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jan 10

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California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
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San Luis Obispo, CA

California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Public Universities in California

  • 22,000enrollment
  • $19,184net price
  • 30%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1410SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance26%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Ball State University
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Muncie, IN

Ball State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 19,777enrollment
  • $12,615net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1260SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance83%

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The University of Texas at Dallas
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Richardson, TX

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 31,570enrollment
  • $13,555net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1430SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.78Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due May 1

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Rutgers University New Brunswick
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New Brunswick, NJ

Rutgers University New Brunswick

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#20 Best Public Universities in America

  • 50,637enrollment
  • $17,535net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1480SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.3Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance54%

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FAQs

Is a 28 a good ACT score?

Yes, a score of 28 is very good. The score puts you in the top 88th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 28 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 28 ACT score?

University of Florida, The University of Texas at Austin and Florida State University are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 28 ACT score.

What percentile is 28 on the ACT?

A 28 ranks in the top 88th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 28 ACT?

A 28 converts to a 1310 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1310 SAT score.