Midwestern Colleges for a 28 on the ACT

What Midwestern colleges accept a 28 ACT score?

These Midwestern 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 87 Midwestern 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 Midwestern 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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List of 28 ACT Colleges

Displaying 87 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 297 target schools (good chance), 27 reach (harder) schools and 888 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Calvin College
C
Grand Rapids, MI

Calvin College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 3,231enrollment
  • $25,775net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance79%

University of St Thomas
S
Saint Paul, MN

University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Minnesota

  • 9,025enrollment
  • $30,137net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1390SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Jan 15

The College of Wooster
W
Wooster, OH

The College of Wooster

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in Ohio

  • 1,967enrollment
  • $28,976net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1450SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Feb 15

Cornell College
C
Mount Vernon, IA

Cornell College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Iowa

  • 1,073enrollment
  • $25,686net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
R
Terre Haute, IN

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,188enrollment
  • $41,678net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1290-1483SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Mar 1

North Central College
N
Naperville, IL

North Central College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,695enrollment
  • $25,285net price
  • 61%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Apr 15

Milwaukee School of Engineering
M
Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee School of Engineering

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $25,661net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1405SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Sep 1

University of Evansville
E
Evansville, IN

University of Evansville

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,017enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1045-1300SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Trine University
T
Angola, IN
 

Trine University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 4,088enrollment
  • $24,276net price
  • 92%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Applications Due Aug 1

Hanover College
H
Hanover, IN

Hanover College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,124enrollment
  • $26,599net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Taylor University
T
Upland, IN

Taylor University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 2,221enrollment
  • $27,366net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1310SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Kalamazoo College
K
Kalamazoo, MI

Kalamazoo College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,210enrollment
  • $26,981net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1370SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jan 15

Kettering University
K
Flint, MI

Kettering University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in Michigan

  • 1,769enrollment
  • $34,486net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Ohio Northern University
O
Ada, OH

Ohio Northern University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 3,015enrollment
  • $27,398net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Aug 15

University of Minnesota Morris
M
Morris, MN

University of Minnesota Morris

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Minnesota

  • 1,068enrollment
  • $11,169net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Aug 1

Truman State University
T
Kirksville, MO

Truman State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Missouri

  • 3,960enrollment
  • $13,993net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance56%

Beloit College
B
Beloit, WI

Beloit College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 964enrollment
  • $20,192net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance66%

Illinois Wesleyan University
I
Bloomington, IL

Illinois Wesleyan University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,527enrollment
  • $30,096net price
  • 42%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1330SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.86Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance48%