Colleges for a 31 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 31 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 31 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 203 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 31 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 31 ACT good?

Yes, a score of 31 it is extremely good. It situates you in the top 95th 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 31 score represents 86% of the total possible points. If a 31 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 31

Let's examine how a 31 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 31 is 10.7 points (53%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 31 is 10.4 points (50%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 31 is 9.3 points (43%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 31 is 14.7 points (90%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 31 is 12.7 points (69%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 31 is 6.1 points (24%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 31 is 13.8 points (80%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 31 is 14.1 points (83%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 31 is 10.4 points (50%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 31 is 10.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 31 ACT score?

A 31 on the ACT translates to a 1400 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 31 ACT score?

Scoring a 31 on the ACT places you in the 95th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 95% 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 1,900,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 100,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 203 colleges where your 31 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 726 target schools (good chance), 153 reach (harder) schools and 3,951 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Wisconsin Madison
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Madison, WI

University of Wisconsin Madison

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#17 Best Public Universities in America

  • 48,956enrollment
  • $13,376net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1340-1510SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Washington Seattle Campus
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Seattle, WA

University of Washington Seattle Campus

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in America

  • 52,319enrollment
  • $10,603net price
  • 48%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1453SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.82Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Nov 16

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The University of Tennessee
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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 31 ACT
Admission Chance80%

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North Carolina State University at Raleigh
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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 31 ACT
Admission Chance53%

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University of California Berkeley
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Berkeley, CA

University of California Berkeley

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

32 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#5 Best Public Universities in America

  • 45,307enrollment
  • $19,257net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1310-1530SAT range
  • 30-35ACT range
  • 3.87Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance9%

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Purdue University Main Campus
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West Lafayette, IN

Purdue University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

4 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

 

#15 Best Public Universities in America

  • 51,528enrollment
  • $12,576net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1200-1470SAT range
  • 27-34ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance58%

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University of California Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara, CA

University of California Santa Barbara

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#19 Best Public Universities in America

  • 26,420enrollment
  • $16,874net price
  • 26%acceptance rate
  • 1230-1460SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance26%

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Texas A & M University College Station
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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 31 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Dec 1

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University of Colorado Boulder
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Boulder, CO

University of Colorado Boulder

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 39,585enrollment
  • $21,836net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1390SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of California Davis
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Davis, CA

University of California Davis

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Public Universities in America

  • 39,679enrollment
  • $17,385net price
  • 37%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1400SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 4.0Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance45%

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University of South Carolina Columbia
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Columbia, SC

University of South Carolina Columbia

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#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 31 ACT
Admission Chance75%

Applications Due Dec 1

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Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus
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Atlanta, GA

Georgia Institute of Technology Main Campus

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

 

#1 Best Public Universities in Georgia

  • 45,296enrollment
  • $17,402net price
  • 17%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1550SAT range
  • 31-35ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance10%

Applications Due Jan 4

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Pepperdine University
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Malibu, CA

Pepperdine University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 10,030enrollment
  • $47,804net price
  • 49%acceptance rate
  • 1285-1480SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance57%

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University of California San Diego
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La Jolla, CA

University of California San Diego

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Public Universities in America

  • 42,006enrollment
  • $16,111net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1270-1480SAT range
  • 28-34ACT range
  • 3.82Estimated Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance24%

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University of Delaware
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Newark, DE

University of Delaware

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in Delaware

  • 24,039enrollment
  • $18,044net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.94Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Syracuse University
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Syracuse, NY

Syracuse University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#19 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 22,698enrollment
  • $43,651net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1430SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance60%

Applications Due Jan 1

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George Mason University
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Fairfax, VA

George Mason University

Public 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Public Universities in Virginia

  • 39,049enrollment
  • $18,479net price
  • 90%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1350SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.68Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance94%

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Indiana University Bloomington
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Bloomington, IN

Indiana University Bloomington

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Public Universities in Indiana

  • 47,005enrollment
  • $16,234net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1180-1400SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.74Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance88%

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FAQs

Is a 31 a good ACT score?

Yes, a score of 31 it is extremely good. The score puts you in the top 95th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 31 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 31 ACT score?

University of Florida, The University of Texas at Austin and University of Michigan are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 31 ACT score.

What percentile is 31 on the ACT?

A 31 ranks in the top 95th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 31 ACT?

A 31 converts to a 1400 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1400 SAT score.