Southeastern Colleges for a 29 on the ACT

What Southeastern colleges accept a 29 ACT score?

These Southeastern 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 73 Southeastern 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 Southeastern 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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List of 29 ACT Colleges

Displaying 73 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 255 target schools (good chance), 39 reach (harder) schools and 1,128 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance77%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Jan 15

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance56%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance52%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Applications Due Mar 1

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance66%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance81%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance85%

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 29 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 29 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 29 ACT
Admission Chance71%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance73%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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 29 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jul 15