Colleges for a 29 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 29 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 29 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 331 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 29 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 29 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 29 is very good. It situates you in the top 91st 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 29 score represents 81% of the total possible points. If a 29 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 29

Let's examine how a 29 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 29 is 8.7 points (43%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 29 is 8.4 points (41%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 29 is 7.3 points (34%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 29 is 12.7 points (78%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 29 is 10.7 points (58%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 29 is 4.1 points (16%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 29 is 11.8 points (69%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 29 is 12.1 points (72%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 29 is 8.4 points (41%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 29 is 8.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 29 ACT score?

A 29 on the ACT translates to a 1340 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 29 ACT score?

Scoring a 29 on the ACT places you in the 91st percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 91% 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 1,820,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 180,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 331 colleges where your 29 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 1,092 target schools (good chance), 183 reach (harder) schools and 3,480 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Marquette University
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Milwaukee, WI

Marquette University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Wisconsin

  • 11,167enrollment
  • $33,136net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Dec 1

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Pace University New York
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New York, NY

Pace University New York

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#39 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 13,609enrollment
  • $33,363net price
  • 83%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance91%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach
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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 29 ACT
Admission Chance78%

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Berry College
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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 29 ACT
Admission Chance79%

Applications Due Jul 15

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Wheaton College
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Wheaton, IL

Wheaton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,885enrollment
  • $29,961net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance85%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Hofstra University
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Hempstead, NY

Hofstra University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#25 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 10,238enrollment
  • $35,036net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1370SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance74%

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United States Naval Academy
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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 29 ACT
Admission Chance13%

Applications Due Jan 31

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Flagler College St Augustine
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Saint Augustine, FL

Flagler College St Augustine

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#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 29 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of Dallas
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Irving, TX

University of Dallas

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Texas

  • 2,328enrollment
  • $27,250net price
  • 59%acceptance rate
  • 1170-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.9Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance66%

Applications Due Aug 1

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University of the Pacific
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Stockton, CA

University of the Pacific

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#14 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 6,277enrollment
  • $28,164net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1423SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.58Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Seton Hall University
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South Orange, NJ

Seton Hall University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 9,623enrollment
  • $33,472net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1390SAT range
  • 28-31ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Feb 1

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University of Vermont
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Burlington, VT

University of Vermont

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Vermont

  • 14,088enrollment
  • $21,849net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1430SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance52%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Trinity University
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San Antonio, TX

Trinity University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Texas

  • 2,692enrollment
  • $30,038net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Providence College
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Providence, RI

Providence College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,473enrollment
  • $43,970net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1420SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance45%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Eckerd College
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Saint Petersburg, FL

Eckerd College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Florida

  • 1,993enrollment
  • $40,119net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1300SAT range
  • 24-29ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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Monmouth University
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West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in New Jersey

  • 5,027enrollment
  • $31,416net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1110-1300SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Mar 1

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University of Tulsa
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Tulsa, OK

University of Tulsa

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in Oklahoma

  • 3,769enrollment
  • $28,087net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 1078-1350SAT range
  • 21-30ACT range
  • 3.97Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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Rowan University
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Glassboro, NJ

Rowan University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 19,535enrollment
  • $20,963net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1300SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.44Avg GPA
Your 29 ACT
Admission Chance82%

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FAQs

Is a 29 a good ACT score?

Yes, a score of 29 is very good. The score puts you in the top 91st percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 29 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 29 ACT score?

University of Florida, The University of Texas at Austin and University of California Los Angeles are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 29 ACT score.

What percentile is 29 on the ACT?

A 29 ranks in the top 91st percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 29 ACT?

A 29 converts to a 1340 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1340 SAT score.