Colleges for a 33 on the ACT

What colleges accept a 33 ACT score?

These colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 33 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 119 U.S. colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 33 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 33 ACT good?

A score of 33 rocks. You're a top one percenter now. It situates you in the top 98th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your exceptional 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 33 score represents 92% of the total possible points. If a 33 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 33

Let's examine how a 33 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 33 is 12.7 points (63%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 33 is 12.4 points (60%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 33 is 11.3 points (52%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 33 is 16.7 points (102%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 33 is 14.7 points (80%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 33 is 8.1 points (33%) higher than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 33 is 15.8 points (92%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 33 is 16.1 points (95%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 33 is 12.4 points (60%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 33 is 12.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 33 ACT score?

A 33 on the ACT translates to a 1460 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 33 ACT score?

Scoring a 33 on the ACT places you in the 98th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 98% 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 1,960,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 40,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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Displaying 119 colleges where your 33 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 396 target schools (good chance), 147 reach (harder) schools and 4,317 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY

University of Rochester

Private 4 Year

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32 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 12,197enrollment
  • $39,775net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1390-1540SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance50%

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Washington University in St Louis
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Saint Louis, MO

Washington University in St Louis

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

34 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#20 Best Colleges in America

  • 17,012enrollment
  • $23,432net price
  • 12%acceptance rate
  • 1500-1570SAT range
  • 33-35ACT range
  • 3.92Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance7%

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Barnard College
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New York, NY

Barnard College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

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#5 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 3,442enrollment
  • $26,009net price
  • 9%acceptance rate
  • 1440-1550SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.85Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance9%

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Vassar College
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Poughkeepsie, NY

Vassar College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 2,459enrollment
  • $30,603net price
  • 19%acceptance rate
  • 1430-1535SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance19%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Babson College
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Wellesley, MA

Babson College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#15 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,989enrollment
  • $28,400net price
  • 22%acceptance rate
  • 1350-1510SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.79Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance40%

Applications Due Jan 3

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Amherst College
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Amherst, MA

Amherst College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#16 Best Colleges in America

  • 1,898enrollment
  • $21,367net price
  • 7%acceptance rate
  • 1420-1550SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.91Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance7%

Applications Due Jan 2

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Lafayette College
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Easton, PA

Lafayette College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#7 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2,729enrollment
  • $37,186net price
  • 34%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1480SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance55%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of California Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, CA

University of California Santa Cruz

Public 4 Year

6 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in California

  • 19,478enrollment
  • $17,975net price
  • 47%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1360SAT range
  • 25-33ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance63%

Applications Due Nov 30

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Occidental College
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Los Angeles, CA

Occidental College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

32 Average ACT Score

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#9 Best Private Colleges in California

  • 1,942enrollment
  • $44,853net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1510SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance50%

Applications Due Jan 10

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Colorado School of Mines
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Golden, CO

Colorado School of Mines

Public 4 Year

5 reviews

31 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Public Universities in Colorado

  • 7,403enrollment
  • $29,425net price
  • 58%acceptance rate
  • 1330-1488SAT range
  • 30-33ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Jan 15

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University of Richmond
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University of Richmond, VA

University of Richmond

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Virginia

  • 3,876enrollment
  • $29,248net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1398-1530SAT range
  • 32-34ACT range
  • 3.71Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance24%

Applications Due Jan 1

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Swarthmore College
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Swarthmore, PA

Swarthmore College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

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#3 Best Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 1,625enrollment
  • $20,715net price
  • 7%acceptance rate
  • 1440-1560SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.9Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance7%

Applications Due Jan 4

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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Troy, NY

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

32 Average ACT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in New York

  • 6,968enrollment
  • $39,127net price
  • 65%acceptance rate
  • 1360-1520SAT range
  • 30-34ACT range
  • 3.88Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance72%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Wheaton College
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Wheaton, IL

Wheaton College

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

30 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 2,885enrollment
  • $29,961net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1250-1430SAT range
  • 28-33ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance94%

Applications Due Aug 1

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Brandeis University
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Waltham, MA

Brandeis University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

32 Average ACT Score

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#12 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 5,581enrollment
  • $45,565net price
  • 39%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1530SAT range
  • 31-34ACT range
  • 3.84Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance50%

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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 33 ACT
Admission Chance96%

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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 33 ACT
Admission Chance46%

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Case Western Reserve University
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Cleveland, OH

Case Western Reserve University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

33 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Private Colleges in Ohio

  • 12,201enrollment
  • $38,279net price
  • 27%acceptance rate
  • 1410-1540SAT range
  • 32-35ACT range
  • 3.86Estimated Avg GPA
Your 33 ACT
Admission Chance27%

Applications Due Jan 15

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FAQs

Is a 33 a good ACT score?

A score of 33 rocks. You're a top one percenter now. The score puts you in the top 98th percentile of those who take the test. Explore colleges you can get into with a 33 ACT score.

What colleges can I get into with a 33 ACT score?

Stanford University, University of Florida and The University of Texas at Austin are some of the best colleges that you have a competitive chance of getting into. Explore the full list: Colleges for a 33 ACT score.

What percentile is 33 on the ACT?

A 33 ranks in the top 98th percentile of all students who take the ACT exam.

What is the equivalent SAT score to a 33 ACT?

A 33 converts to a 1460 on the SAT using College Board / ACT concordance tables. Explore the colleges: Colleges for a 1460 SAT score.