If you got a 18 ACT score, you're probably wondering how you compare to other students, and whether a 18 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.
18 ACT Score Standings
Here's how you compare to other students and how many colleges you are competitive for:
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Percentile:
36th
Out of the 1.91 million test-takers, 1225478 scored the same or higher than you.
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Competitive For:
113 Schools
You can apply to 113 colleges and have a good shot at getting admitted.
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Missing Out On:
1332 Schools
You have a very low chance of getting into 1332 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 18 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 541 more schools in the country
- raise your chances of getting into target schools from 5.98% to 34.58%
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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.
Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into
These schools are hard for you to get into now, because they have average ACT scores that are higher than a 18. But if you improve your ACT score, you'll have a much better shot.
| School Name | Location | SAT Avg | ACT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Texas | Denton, TX | 1110 | 23 |
| Texas State University | San Marcos, TX | 1080 | 23 |
| California State Polytechnic University, Pomona | Pomona, CA | 1140 | 23 |
| University of Texas at San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 1120 | 22 |
| East Carolina University | Greenville, NC | 1120 | 22 |
| Hampton University | Hampton, VA | 1059 | 22 |
| University of Texas at El Paso | El Paso, TX | 1008 | 20 |
Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into
These schools have average ACT scores that are close to a 18. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| California State University Northridge | Northridge, CA | 1020 | 19 |
| California State University Sacramento | Sacramento, CA | 1035 | 19 |
| California State University East Bay | Hayward, CA | 992 | 19 |
| California State University Fresno | Fresno, CA | 1010 | 19 |
| California State University Bakersfield | Bakersfield, CA | 1070 | 19 |
| Kean University | Union, NJ | 1030 | 18 |
| California State University Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 985 | 18 |
Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into
With a 18 ACT score, you're already strongly competitive for these schools. You're very likely to get admitted if you apply. If you improve your ACT score, your Safety Schools will get better and better.
| School Name | Location | SAT Avg | ACT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Elizabeth University | Morristown, NJ | 950 | 16 |
| Mansfield University of Pennsylvania | Mansfield, PA | 1050 | 16 |
| Paul Quinn College | Dallas, TX | 840 | 16 |
| Calumet College of St. Joseph | Whiting, IN | 880 | 16 |
| Bethune-Cookman University | Daytona Beach, FL | 900 | 16 |
| Pine Manor College | Chestnut Hill, MA | 870 | 15 |
| Central State University | Wilberforce, OH | 800 | 15 |
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