If you got a 10 ACT score, you're probably wondering how you compare to other students, and whether a 10 is good enough to get into college.
The truth is, it depends on your personal college goals and where you want to apply. We have the complete guide for you here. On this page, you'll find statistics about your score and what colleges you're competitive for. You can also use our Chance Estimator tool to figure out your chances of getting into your target schools.
10 ACT Score Standings
Here's how you compare to other students and how many colleges you are competitive for:
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Percentile:
1st
Out of the 1.91 million test-takers, 1895661 scored the same or higher than you.
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Competitive For:
2 Schools
You can apply to 2 colleges and have a good shot at getting admitted.
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Missing Out On:
1443 Schools
You have a very low chance of getting into 1443 schools with this score.
Top Choice Colleges Chances
We've collected data from millions of students and thousands of colleges to figure out your chances at getting admitted with a 10 ACT score. You'll also see how your chances improve with a higher ACT score.
To add a school to your list, type in part of the school name, choose from the dropdown, and click the button.
What if you improved your ACT score by 4 points? You would:
- be competitive for 2 more schools in the country
- raise your chances of getting into target schools from 0.11% to 0.21%
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Other Schools For You
We've picked out a set of schools that are within range. Click on each school to learn more about it.
Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into
These schools have average ACT scores that are close to a 10. If you apply to these schools, you'll have a decent chance of admission. If you improve your ACT score by 4 points, you'll significantly improve your chances and get almost guaranteed admission for most schools.
School Name | Location | SAT Avg | ACT Avg |
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Hartwick College | Oneonta, NY | 1100 | 24 |
Ohio University Southern | Ironton, OH | 2 |
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