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.

College of the Holy Cross
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Worcester, MA

College of the Holy Cross

Private 4 Year

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30 Average ACT Score

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#11 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

  • 3,083enrollment
  • $34,679net price
  • 36%acceptance rate
  • 1260-1430SAT range
  • 28-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance44%

Applications Due Jan 15

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United States Coast Guard Academy
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New London, Connecticut

United States Coast Guard Academy

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

Test Optional

 

  • 1,037enrollment
  • -net price
  • 24%acceptance rate
  • 1160-1365SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.79Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance41%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Champlain College
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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

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Hobart William Smith Colleges
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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

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Wheaton College
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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

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Polytechnic Institute of New York University
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Brooklyn, New York

Polytechnic Institute of New York University

Private 4 Year

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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%

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Beloit College
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Beloit, WI

Beloit College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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  • 964enrollment
  • $20,192net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 1190-1360SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.33Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance81%

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Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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Boston, MA

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

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28 Average ACT Score

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#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%

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Saint Bonaventure University
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Saint Bonaventure, NY

Saint Bonaventure University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#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

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Centre College
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Danville, KY

Centre College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#1 Best Value in Kentucky

  • 1,357enrollment
  • $23,584net price
  • 63%acceptance rate
  • 1195-1470SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance74%

Applications Due Jan 15

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Saint Mary's College
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Notre Dame, IN

Saint Mary's College

Private 4 Year

5 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Indiana

  • 1,519enrollment
  • $27,960net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1328SAT range
  • 26-32ACT range
  • 3.83Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance89%

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Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
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Albany, NY

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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  • 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

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Sewanee The University of the South
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Sewanee, TN

Sewanee The University of the South

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

29 Average ACT Score

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#2 Best Colleges in Tennessee

  • 1,704enrollment
  • $33,061net price
  • 52%acceptance rate
  • 1233-1380SAT range
  • 27-32ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance64%

Applications Due Feb 1

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New York Institute of Technology
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Old Westbury, NY

New York Institute of Technology

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

27 Average ACT Score

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#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%

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Covenant College
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Lookout Mountain, GA

Covenant College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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  • 886enrollment
  • $25,028net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.7Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance89%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Lake Forest College
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Lake Forest, IL

Lake Forest College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

28 Average ACT Score

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#10 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,753enrollment
  • $27,839net price
  • 60%acceptance rate
  • 1153-1340SAT range
  • 26-31ACT range
  • 3.62Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance76%

Applications Due Feb 15

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Earlham College
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Richmond, IN

Earlham College

Private 4 Year

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28 Average ACT Score

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  • 677enrollment
  • $25,746net price
  • 73%acceptance rate
  • 1130-1380SAT range
  • 24-32ACT range
  • 3.67Avg GPA
Your 31 ACT
Admission Chance81%

Applications Due Mar 1

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Yeshiva University
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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

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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.