Southern Colleges for a 28 on the ACT

What Southern colleges accept a 28 ACT score?

These Southern 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 114 Southern 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 Southern 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 114 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 393 target schools (good chance), 30 reach (harder) schools and 1,368 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Florida
F
Gainesville, FL

University of Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

 

#7 Best Public Universities in America

  • 55,211enrollment
  • $11,740net price
  • 23%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1490SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance15%

Applications Due Mar 1

The University of Texas at Austin
T
Austin, TX

The University of Texas at Austin

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Public Universities in America

  • 52,384enrollment
  • $17,434net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance27%

Applications Due Dec 1

Florida State University
F
Tallahassee, FL

Florida State University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Florida

  • 44,161enrollment
  • $14,003net price
  • 25%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1370SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.7Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance25%

Applications Due Mar 1

Clemson University
C
Clemson, SC

Clemson University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 28,466enrollment
  • $24,577net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1410SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance28%

Applications Due May 1

Arizona State University
A
Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Arizona

  • 80,065enrollment
  • $14,808net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance95%

University of Georgia
G
Athens, GA

University of Georgia

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

 

#3 Best Colleges in Georgia

  • 40,607enrollment
  • $17,180net price
  • 43%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1420SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance37%

Applications Due Jan 1

Virginia Tech
V
Blacksburg, VA

Virginia Tech

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 38,170enrollment
  • $19,301net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1240-1430SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Jan 15

The University of Alabama
A
Tuscaloosa, AL

The University of Alabama

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Alabama

  • 38,644enrollment
  • $20,592net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1410SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due May 1

University of Central Florida
C
Orlando, FL

University of Central Florida

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

 

#3 Best Public Universities in Florida

  • 68,346enrollment
  • $13,108net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1360SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.64Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due May 1

Auburn University
A
Auburn University, AL

Auburn University

Public 4 Year

9 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 31,764enrollment
  • $25,271net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1380SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance49%

Applications Due Feb 1

Baylor University
B
Waco, TX

Baylor University

Private 4 Year

14 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 20,709enrollment
  • $45,988net price
  • 46%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1410SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.74Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance34%

Applications Due Feb 1

The University of Tennessee
T
Knoxville, TN

The University of Tennessee

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 33,805enrollment
  • $21,880net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1330SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.66Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance68%

North Carolina State University at Raleigh
N
Raleigh, NC

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#22 Best Public Universities in America

  • 36,700enrollment
  • $14,852net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 1280-1460SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance35%

Applications Due Jan 15

University of Kentucky
K
Lexington, KY

University of Kentucky

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 31,547enrollment
  • $18,693net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1290SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Feb 15

Texas A & M University College Station
T
College Station, TX

Texas A & M University College Station

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

 

#21 Best Public Universities in America

  • 74,014enrollment
  • $20,375net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1390SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Dec 1

University of Arizona
A
Tucson, AZ

University of Arizona

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arizona

  • 49,403enrollment
  • $17,075net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1370SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance92%

Texas Tech University
T
Lubbock, TX

Texas Tech University

Public 4 Year

8 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 40,378enrollment
  • $17,896net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1280SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

University of Houston
H
Houston, TX

University of Houston

Public 4 Year

7 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Texas

  • 46,700enrollment
  • $14,056net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due May 31

University of South Carolina Columbia
S
Columbia, SC

University of South Carolina Columbia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 35,653enrollment
  • $22,427net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1380SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.69Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance58%

Applications Due Dec 1

The University of Tampa
T
Tampa, FL

The University of Tampa

Private 4 Year

13 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,566enrollment
  • $34,653net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1240SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance43%

University of Delaware
D
Newark, DE

University of Delaware

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Delaware

  • 24,039enrollment
  • $18,044net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jan 15

George Mason University
G
Fairfax, VA

George Mason University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 39,049enrollment
  • $18,479net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Feb 1

Savannah College of Art and Design
S
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%

James Madison University
J
Harrisonburg, VA

James Madison University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#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

University of South Florida Main Campus
S
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

Elon University
E
Elon, NC

Elon University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#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

The University of Texas at Dallas
T
Richardson, TX

The University of Texas at Dallas

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#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

College of Charleston
C
Charleston, SC

College of Charleston

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in South Carolina

  • 10,885enrollment
  • $21,120net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1300SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jan 15

Texas Christian University
T
Fort Worth, TX

Texas Christian University

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 12,273enrollment
  • $44,190net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.68Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance56%

Applications Due Feb 1

Mercer University
M
Macon, GA

Mercer University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Georgia

  • 8,889enrollment
  • $22,087net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.98Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jul 1

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus
O
Norman, OK

University of Oklahoma Norman Campus

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 28,308enrollment
  • $22,601net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 1

Virginia Commonwealth University
V
Richmond, VA

Virginia Commonwealth University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 28,082enrollment
  • $21,294net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1290SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jan 18

Belmont University
B
Nashville, TN

Belmont University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 8,910enrollment
  • $36,225net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1340SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance97%

Applications Due Jul 1

Mississippi State University
M
Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Value Colleges in Mississippi

  • 22,649enrollment
  • $15,364net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance83%

Applications Due Aug 1

University of Mississippi
M
University, MS

University of Mississippi

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Mississippi

  • 22,300enrollment
  • $14,289net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Liberty University
L
Lynchburg, VA

Liberty University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 96,709enrollment
  • $29,913net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1250SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance99%

University of North Carolina at Wilmington
N
Wilmington, NC

University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 17,843enrollment
  • $18,709net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1370SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.56Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Feb 1

Christopher Newport University
C
Newport News, VA

Christopher Newport University

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 4,559enrollment
  • $23,287net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Feb 1

University of Arkansas
A
Fayetteville, AR

University of Arkansas

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 30,936enrollment
  • $16,208net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Aug 1

Louisiana State University
L
Baton Rouge, LA

Louisiana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Louisiana

  • 37,348enrollment
  • $21,296net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jul 15

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach
E
Daytona Beach, FL

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 10,301enrollment
  • $38,983net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1340SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Berry College
B
Mount Berry, GA

Berry College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,360enrollment
  • $25,359net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1290SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jul 15

United States Naval Academy
N
Annapolis, Maryland

United States Naval Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 4,450enrollment
  • -net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1440SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.8Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance11%

Applications Due Jan 31

Flagler College St Augustine
F
Saint Augustine, FL

Flagler College St Augustine

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#13 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 2,623enrollment
  • $26,547net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1230SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.38Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Mar 1

University of Dallas
D
Irving, TX

University of Dallas

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,328enrollment
  • $27,250net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Aug 1

Florida Institute of Technology
F
Melbourne, FL

Florida Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

 

#5 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 8,315enrollment
  • $30,752net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Abilene Christian University
A
Abilene, TX

Abilene Christian University

Private 4 Year

6 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 5,079enrollment
  • $28,978net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1280SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Feb 15

Eckerd College
E
Saint Petersburg, FL

Eckerd College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,993enrollment
  • $40,119net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance76%

University of Tulsa
T
Tulsa, OK

University of Tulsa

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Oklahoma

  • 3,769enrollment
  • $28,087net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1078-1350SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance77%

University of Maryland Baltimore County
M
Baltimore, MD

University of Maryland Baltimore County

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in Maryland

  • 13,991enrollment
  • $17,692net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1390SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Feb 1

Stetson University
S
DeLand, FL

Stetson University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,928enrollment
  • $25,756net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1305SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Virginia Military Institute
V
Lexington, VA

Virginia Military Institute

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 1,512enrollment
  • $18,129net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1105-1300SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 1

Samford University
S
Birmingham, AL

Samford University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Alabama

  • 5,682enrollment
  • $31,803net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1270SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due May 1

University of St Thomas
S
Houston, TX

University of St Thomas

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,588enrollment
  • $19,207net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 1010-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Aug 15

University of Mary Washington
M
Fredericksburg, VA

University of Mary Washington

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 3,757enrollment
  • $21,863net price
  • 86%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1340SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Florida Southern College
F
Lakeland, FL

Florida Southern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,281enrollment
  • $27,324net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1290SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due May 1

Wofford College
W
Spartanburg, SC

Wofford College

Private 4 Year

8 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in South Carolina

  • 1,823enrollment
  • $31,192net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1353SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Jan 15

Queens University of Charlotte
Q
Charlotte, NC

Queens University of Charlotte

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,873enrollment
  • $29,459net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1255SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.41Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Sep 7

Austin College
A
Sherman, TX

Austin College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Texas

  • 1,182enrollment
  • $24,739net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1370SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance59%

Applications Due Jul 31

University of North Carolina at Asheville
N
Asheville, NC

University of North Carolina at Asheville

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 2,914enrollment
  • $14,730net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1145-1340SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Aug 1

Rollins College
R
Winter Park, FL

Rollins College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 3,029enrollment
  • $35,317net price
  • 50%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1350SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Feb 1

Loyola University Maryland
L
Baltimore, MD

Loyola University Maryland

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 5,238enrollment
  • $33,312net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1360SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance80%

Applications Due Jan 15

Southwestern University
S
Georgetown, TX

Southwestern University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#6 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 1,483enrollment
  • $31,014net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1355SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Feb 1

Rhodes College
R
Memphis, TN

Rhodes College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,008enrollment
  • $30,672net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.99Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance38%

Applications Due Jan 15

Harding University
H
Searcy, AR

Harding University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

 

#4 Best Private Colleges in Arkansas

  • 4,805enrollment
  • $19,558net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1300SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance61%

Furman University
F
Greenville, SC

Furman University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in South Carolina

  • 2,443enrollment
  • $33,370net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1455SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance61%

Applications Due Jan 15

University of North Carolina School of the Arts
N
Winston-Salem, NC

University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Public Universities in North Carolina

  • 1,104enrollment
  • $11,251net price
  • 32%acceptance rate
  • 1115-1350SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance39%

Applications Due Mar 15

Roanoke College
R
Salem, VA

Roanoke College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,826enrollment
  • $29,169net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1260SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Marymount University
M
Arlington, VA

Marymount University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,711enrollment
  • $24,664net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 970-1170SAT range
  • 20-28ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Lipscomb University
L
Nashville, TN

Lipscomb University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 4,704enrollment
  • $27,937net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1320SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance78%

University of Alabama at Birmingham
A
Birmingham, AL

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value Colleges in Alabama

  • 21,639enrollment
  • $16,834net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1410SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Jun 1

Ave Maria University
A
Ave Maria, FL

Ave Maria University

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,310enrollment
  • $21,078net price
  • 44%acceptance rate
  • 1018-1240SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance62%

New College of Florida
N
Sarasota, FL

New College of Florida

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 689enrollment
  • $10,496net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1103-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due May 30

Oglethorpe University
O
Atlanta, GA

Oglethorpe University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,491enrollment
  • $20,094net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1065-1305SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Jul 15

Millsaps College
M
Jackson, MS

Millsaps College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 661enrollment
  • $27,260net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1135-1354SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Jul 1

University of Lynchburg
L
Lynchburg, VA

University of Lynchburg

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 2,394enrollment
  • $23,256net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1230SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Applications Due Sep 1

University of Alabama at Huntsville
A
Huntsville, AL

University of Alabama at Huntsville

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Public Universities in Alabama

  • 9,237enrollment
  • $18,588net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1226-1430SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Bridgewater College
B
Bridgewater, VA

Bridgewater College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#12 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,421enrollment
  • $19,332net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1230SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.61Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due May 1

Meredith College
M
Raleigh, NC

Meredith College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Private Colleges in North Carolina

  • 1,587enrollment
  • $23,259net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Feb 15

Hendrix College
H
Conway, AR

Hendrix College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Arkansas

  • 1,144enrollment
  • $22,626net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1133-1328SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance68%

Applications Due Jun 1

Birmingham Southern College
B
Birmingham, AL

Birmingham Southern College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 975enrollment
  • $21,153net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1280SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance70%

LeTourneau University
L
Longview, TX

LeTourneau University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 3,536enrollment
  • $26,974net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1380SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Virginia Wesleyan College
V
Norfolk, VA

Virginia Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,538enrollment
  • $23,046net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1365SAT range
  • 27-29ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Agnes Scott College
A
Decatur, GA

Agnes Scott College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 1,114enrollment
  • $24,305net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1350SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due May 1

Tennessee Technological University
T
Cookeville, TN

Tennessee Technological University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,902enrollment
  • $15,188net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Aug 1

Hampden Sydney College
H
Hampden-Sydney, VA

Hampden Sydney College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 846enrollment
  • $29,899net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1310SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance51%

Applications Due Feb 1

St Mary's College of Maryland
S
St. Mary's City, MD

St Mary's College of Maryland

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,520enrollment
  • $20,714net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1370SAT range
  • 28-30ACT range
  • 3.45Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Jan 15

Centre College
C
Danville, KY

Centre College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Kentucky

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $23,584net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1195-1470SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Jan 15

Montreat College
M
Montreat, NC
 

Montreat College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 972enrollment
  • $25,485net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Warren Wilson College
W
Swannanoa, NC
 

Warren Wilson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 793enrollment
  • $28,086net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Jul 3

Mississippi College
M
Clinton, MS

Mississippi College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Mississippi

  • 3,946enrollment
  • $20,874net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1260SAT range
  • 21-29ACT range
  • 3.56Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance52%

Sewanee The University of the South
S
Sewanee, TN

Sewanee The University of the South

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#2 Best Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,704enrollment
  • $33,061net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1233-1380SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance46%

Applications Due Feb 1

Covenant College
C
Lookout Mountain, GA

Covenant College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 886enrollment
  • $25,028net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

Applications Due Mar 1

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
E
Prescott, AZ

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Private Colleges in Arizona

  • 3,162enrollment
  • $38,909net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1380SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Transylvania University
T
Lexington, KY

Transylvania University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 979enrollment
  • $25,767net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1360SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 1

Union University
U
Jackson, TN

Union University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,731enrollment
  • $28,585net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance62%

Hollins University
H
Roanoke, VA

Hollins University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 803enrollment
  • $21,207net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1298SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.76Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Oklahoma City University
O
Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma City University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Oklahoma

  • 2,550enrollment
  • $25,235net price
  • 70%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1233SAT range
  • 22-28ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Goucher College
G
Baltimore, MD

Goucher College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Maryland

  • 1,727enrollment
  • $30,945net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1113-1328SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.23Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance77%

Applications Due Jan 15

Washington College
W
Chestertown, MD

Washington College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 955enrollment
  • $31,650net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1390SAT range
  • 25-29ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Feb 15

Eastern Mennonite University
E
Harrisonburg, VA

Eastern Mennonite University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

  • 1,334enrollment
  • $23,783net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1590SAT range
  • 25-34ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance99%

Sweet Briar College
S
Sweet Briar, VA
 

Sweet Briar College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 460enrollment
  • $28,408net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1360SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.54Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Ouachita Baptist University
O
Arkadelphia, AR

Ouachita Baptist University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Arkansas

  • 1,784enrollment
  • $21,677net price
  • 72%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1200SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.72Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance84%

William Carey University
W
Hattiesburg, MS

William Carey University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

 

#1 Best Private Colleges in Mississippi

  • 5,662enrollment
  • $15,271net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1320SAT range
  • 20-29ACT range
  • 3.46Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance67%

Asbury University
A
Wilmore, KY

Asbury University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Value Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,650enrollment
  • $21,506net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1080-1320SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.65Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance89%

John Brown University
J
Siloam Springs, AR

John Brown University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in Arkansas

  • 2,326enrollment
  • $20,997net price
  • 57%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1390SAT range
  • 22-29ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Randolph College
R
Lynchburg, VA
 

Randolph College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 553enrollment
  • $22,886net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance96%

Aquinas College
A
Nashville, TN

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

24 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 342enrollment
  • $20,892net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance58%

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide
E
Daytona Beach, FL

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Worldwide

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 11,574enrollment
  • $17,002net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 25-28ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance76%

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
N
Socorro, NM

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#1 Best Value in New Mexico

  • 1,689enrollment
  • $10,429net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1320SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.63Estimated Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Aug 1

St John's College
S
Santa Fe, NM

St John's College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 439enrollment
  • $29,265net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1460SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance38%

High Point University
H
High Point, NC

High Point University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 5,981enrollment
  • $40,221net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1103-1280SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Mar 1

Patrick Henry College
P
Purcellville, Virginia
 

Patrick Henry College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 409enrollment
  • $26,095net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1233-1440SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance70%

Applications Due Jul 15

Florida Polytechnic University
F
Lakeland, Florida

Florida Polytechnic University

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 1,593enrollment
  • $12,373net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1370SAT range
  • 25-30ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 28 ACT
Admission Chance62%

Applications Due Mar 1