Southern Colleges for a 23 on the ACT

What Southern colleges accept a 23 ACT score?

These Southern colleges are a good match for you

If you've achieved a score of 23 on your ACTs, this places you squarely within the average range for accepted students at 294 Southern colleges. This list features popular colleges where your application will likely be competitive, given their historical acceptance of students with a 23 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 Southern colleges

Is a 23 ACT good?

Yes, with score of 23 you're in about the top third. It situates you in the top 68th percentile on the national scale, outperforming the majority of the 2 million ACT test takers. This score signifies your 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 23 score represents 64% of the total possible points. If a 23 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 23

Let's examine how a 23 ACT score stacks up to the national averages across various demographic groups

Gender

  • Male: A 23 is 2.7 points (13%) higher than the average male ACT score of 20.3
  • Female: A 23 is 2.4 points (12%) higher than the average female ACT score of 20.6

Race/ethnicity

  • White: A 23 is 1.3 points (6%) higher than the average white ACT score of 21.7
  • Black: A 23 is 6.7 points (41%) higher than the average black ACT score of 16.3
  • Hispanic: A 23 is 4.7 points (26%) higher than the average Hispanic ACT score of 18.3
  • Asian: A 23 is 1.9 points (8%) lower than the average Asian ACT score of 24.9
  • Pacific Islander: A 23 is 5.8 points (34%) higher than the average Pacific Islander ACT score of 17.2
  • American Indian/Alaska Native: A 23 is 6.1 points (36%) higher than the average American Indian/Alaska Native ACT score of 16.9
  • Two or more races: A 23 is 2.4 points (12%) higher than the average two or more races ACT score of 20.6

All groups

  • All Students: A 23 is 2.7 points higher than the average ACT score for all students of 20.3

What is the SAT equivalent to a 23 ACT score?

A 23 on the ACT translates to a 1140 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 23 ACT score?

Scoring a 23 on the ACT places you in the 68th percentile nationwide. This implies that your performance surpassed 68% 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 1,360,000 students placing you ahead of the majority with only 640,000 test takers achieving a higher score.

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List of 23 ACT Colleges

Displaying 294 colleges where your 23 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 918 target schools (good chance), 132 reach (harder) schools and 690 safety (easier) schools you can consider.

Louisiana State University Shreveport
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Shreveport, LA

Louisiana State University Shreveport

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

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#8 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 8,721enrollment
  • $7,587net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1140SAT range
  • 19-24ACT range
  • 3.38Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance93%

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Louisiana College
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Pineville, LA

Louisiana College

Private 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#3 Best Private Colleges in Louisiana

  • 1,026enrollment
  • $14,566net price
  • 75%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1190SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance87%

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McNeese State University
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Lake Charles, LA

McNeese State University

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

 

#6 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 6,230enrollment
  • $10,154net price
  • 71%acceptance rate
  • 970-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.36Estimated Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance79%

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John Brown University
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Siloam Springs, AR

John Brown University

Private 4 Year

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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 23 ACT
Admission Chance48%

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
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Magnolia, AR

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

 

#5 Best Public Universities in Arkansas

  • 5,094enrollment
  • $14,056net price
  • 64%acceptance rate
  • 905-1190SAT range
  • 17-24ACT range
  • 3.46Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Aug 27

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Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences
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Memphis, TN
 

Baptist Memorial College of Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 797enrollment
  • $9,549net price
  • 41%acceptance rate
  • 990-1090SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.21Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance57%

Applications Due Jun 1

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Randolph College
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Lynchburg, VA
 

Randolph College

Private 4 Year

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26 Average ACT Score

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  • 553enrollment
  • $22,886net price
  • 95%acceptance rate
  • 930-1140SAT range
  • 22-30ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance92%

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Aquinas College
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Nashville, TN

Aquinas College

Private 4 Year

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24 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 342enrollment
  • $20,892net price
  • 40%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.55Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance36%

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Blue Mountain College
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Blue Mountain, MS
 

Blue Mountain College

Private 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 922enrollment
  • $15,305net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1140SAT range
  • 18-26ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance97%

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Christian Brothers University
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Memphis, TN
 

Christian Brothers University

Private 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#10 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,934enrollment
  • $18,612net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1280SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance91%

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Kentucky Wesleyan College
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Owensboro, KY

Kentucky Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

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  • 813enrollment
  • $20,735net price
  • 69%acceptance rate
  • 980-1210SAT range
  • 17-23ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance81%

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West Virginia Wesleyan College
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Buckhannon, WV
 

West Virginia Wesleyan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

20 Average ACT Score

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  • 951enrollment
  • $20,470net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • 910-1180SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.52Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance98%

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Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
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Concord, NC
 

Cabarrus College of Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

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22 Average ACT Score

 

 

  • 528enrollment
  • $17,217net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 945-1075SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.21Estimated Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance53%

Applications Due Feb 1

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Mississippi University for Women
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Columbus, MS

Mississippi University for Women

Public 4 Year

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21 Average ACT Score

 

#4 Best Public Universities in Mississippi

  • 2,339enrollment
  • $12,691net price
  • 99%acceptance rate
  • 850-1180SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance99%

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Brenau University
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Gainesville, GA

Brenau University

Private 4 Year

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23 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,704enrollment
  • $23,635net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1130SAT range
  • 21-25ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance87%

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Southeastern Oklahoma State University
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Durant, OK

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Public 4 Year

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20 Average ACT Score

 

#8 Best Public Universities in Oklahoma

  • 5,479enrollment
  • $10,004net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 920-1120SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.53Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance86%

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Lincoln Memorial University
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Harrogate, TN

Lincoln Memorial University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

#7 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 5,418enrollment
  • $19,162net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 982-1190SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.29Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance84%

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Thomas More University
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Crestview Hills, KY
 

Thomas More University

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

21 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Kentucky

  • 1,958enrollment
  • $21,962net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 1005-1256SAT range
  • 18-25ACT range
  • 3.35Avg GPA
Your 23 ACT
Admission Chance96%

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