Colleges for a 30 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 30 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 30 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 270 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 30 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 30 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 30 is excellent. It situates you in the top 93rd 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 30 score represents 83% of the total possible points. If a 30 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 30

Let's examine how a 30 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 30 is 9.7 points (48%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 30 is 9.4 points (46%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 30 is 8.3 points (38%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 30 is 13.7 points (84%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 30 is 11.7 points (64%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 30 is 5.1 points (20%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 30 is 12.8 points (74%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 30 is 13.1 points (78%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 30 is 9.4 points (46%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 30 is 9.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 30 ACT score?

A 30 on the ACT translates to a 1370 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 30 ACT score?

Scoring a 30 on the ACT places you in the 93rd percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 93% 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 1,860,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 140,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 270 colleges where your 30 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 927 target schools (good chance), 171 reach (harder) schools and 3,714 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

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 30 ACT
Admission Chance94%

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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

Test Optional

#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 30 ACT
Admission Chance82%

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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 30 ACT
Admission Chance60%

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Trinity University
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San Antonio, TX

Trinity University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Texas

  • 2,692enrollment
  • $30,038net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1470SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance25%

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Providence College
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Providence, RI

Providence College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Rhode Island

  • 4,473enrollment
  • $43,970net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1420SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance53%

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Oberlin College
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Oberlin, OH

Oberlin College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 2,992enrollment
  • $46,462net price
  • 35%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1530SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance26%

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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 30 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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 30 ACT
Admission Chance82%

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Rowan University
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Glassboro, NJ

Rowan University

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#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 30 ACT
Admission Chance84%

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University of Scranton
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Scranton, PA

University of Scranton

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#18 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 4,731enrollment
  • $35,526net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1320SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance89%

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Marist College
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Poughkeepsie, NY

Marist College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#26 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,464enrollment
  • $39,364net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1378SAT range
  • 26-30ACT range
  • 3.56Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance76%

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The College of New Jersey
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Ewing, NJ

The College of New Jersey

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in New Jersey

  • 7,629enrollment
  • $22,273net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.29Estimated Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance77%

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Seattle University
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Seattle, WA

Seattle University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Washington

  • 7,121enrollment
  • $35,412net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 1150-1380SAT range
  • 24-30ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance92%

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Rochester Institute of Technology
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Rochester, NY

Rochester Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#22 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 16,615enrollment
  • $39,600net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1450SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance60%

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University of Portland
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Portland, OR

University of Portland

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Oregon

  • 3,793enrollment
  • $33,717net price
  • 93%acceptance rate
  • 1228-1410SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.66Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance95%

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University of Maine
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Orono, ME

University of Maine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

26 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Maine

  • 12,231enrollment
  • $17,617net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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Iona College
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New Rochelle, NY

Iona College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#45 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,621enrollment
  • $28,827net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1210SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.4Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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Skidmore College
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Saratoga Springs, NY

Skidmore College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,758enrollment
  • $33,389net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1300-1460SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.75Estimated Avg GPA
Your 30 ACT
Admission Chance19%

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FAQs

Is a 30 a good ACT score?

Yes, a score of 30 is excellent. The score puts you in the top 93rd percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 30 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 30 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 30 ACT score.

What percentile is 30 on the ACT?

A 30 ranks in the top 93rd percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 30 ACT?

A 30 converts to a 1370 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1370 SAT score.