Eastern Colleges for a 31 on the ACT

What Eastern colleges accept a 31 ACT score?

These Eastern 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 92 Eastern 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 Eastern 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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List of 31 ACT Colleges

Displaying 92 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 279 target schools (good chance), 84 reach (harder) schools and 630 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Champlain College
C
Burlington, VT

Champlain College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Colleges in Vermont

  • 3,543enrollment
  • $35,133net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1163-1348SAT range
  • 27-31ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Jan 15

Hobart William Smith Colleges
H
Geneva, NY

Hobart William Smith Colleges

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#14 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 1,607enrollment
  • $34,259net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1210-1400SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance78%

Applications Due Feb 1

Wheaton College
W
Norton, MA

Wheaton College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#18 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,667enrollment
  • $32,863net price
  • 79%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1390SAT range
  • 27-33ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance82%

Applications Due Feb 15

Polytechnic Institute of New York University
P
Brooklyn, New York

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 4,487enrollment
  • $28,986net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1440SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
M
Boston, MA

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 6,824enrollment
  • $38,776net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1370SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance93%

Saint Bonaventure University
S
Saint Bonaventure, NY

Saint Bonaventure University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#42 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,602enrollment
  • $26,004net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1050-1220SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.48Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance88%

Applications Due Jul 30

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
A
Albany, NY

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 930enrollment
  • $29,175net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1470SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jul 1

New York Institute of Technology
N
Old Westbury, NY

New York Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#29 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,906enrollment
  • $22,494net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1118-1360SAT range
  • 24-31ACT range
  • 3.5Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance87%

Yeshiva University
Y
New York, NY

Yeshiva University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#9 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,056enrollment
  • $35,912net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1500SAT range
  • 26-33ACT range
  • 3.41Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance71%

Applications Due Feb 1

Becker College
B
Worcester, MA

Becker College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

25 Average ACT Score

 

#35 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 1,675enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • 960-1180SAT range
  • 20-31ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT

Lebanon Valley College
L
Annville, PA

Lebanon Valley College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#19 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,080enrollment
  • $26,743net price
  • 77%acceptance rate
  • 1120-1280SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance86%

Connecticut College
C
New London, CT

Connecticut College

Private 4 Year

4 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#4 Best Private Colleges in Connecticut

  • 1,948enrollment
  • $43,220net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1490SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance40%

Applications Due Jan 1

Penn State Brandywine
P
Media, PA

Penn State Brandywine

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Public Universities in Pennsylvania

  • 1,196enrollment
  • $21,600net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1285SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance98%

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
C
New York, NY

Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 958enrollment
  • $26,194net price
  • 22%acceptance rate
  • 1390-1530SAT range
  • 31-35ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance13%

Applications Due Jan 8

Touro College
T
New York, NY

Touro College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 11,111enrollment
  • $23,960net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 1220-1428SAT range
  • 25-32ACT range
  • 3.17Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Bennington College
B
Bennington, VT

Bennington College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 880enrollment
  • $32,497net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1370SAT range
  • 29-33ACT range
  • 3.51Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance45%

Applications Due Jan 15

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome
S
Utica, NY

SUNY Institute of Technology at Utica Rome

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#8 Best Public Universities in New York

  • 2,842enrollment
  • $13,799net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1400SAT range
  • 23-31ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance90%

Applications Due Aug 1

The King's College
K
New York, NY

The King's College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 326enrollment
  • $34,192net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1340SAT range
  • 25-31ACT range
  • 3.73Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance61%