Colleges Accepting Low ACT Scores

ACT stands for American College Testing. It is a standardised test conducted by ACT Inc. to take admission into colleges and universities in the United States. Exams are always tough and sometimes even with preparation you do not get the desired score but it’s not something to get disheartened about. Many universities accept low ACT scores. And if you wish to know more about these universities continue to read this blog.

What is the ACT Exam?

The ACT is a computer-based test that students can choose to take to gain admission to their dream college or university in the United States. The online test is 2 hours and 55 minutes, and if a student chooses to opt for the optional essay, the duration of the exam exceeds 40 minutes. An ACT exam covers the following academic components:  

• English.
• Maths.
• Reading.
• Scientific Reasoning.
• Essay Writing (Optional).

Must Read: What is a Good ACT Score and How to Ace it?

Colleges Accepting Low ACT Scores

Taking college admission tests is a cumbersome task. In these tests, sometimes you ace an exam and sometimes you just get an average score, but it is not something to be disheartened about. The following is a list of colleges that accept low ACT scores:

Universities	ACT Score to 25th Percentile	ACT Score to 75th percentile
Claflin University	12	23
Livingstone College	13	16
Shaw University	13	16
Rust College	13	17
San Francisco State University	16	23
California State University Los Angeles	15	20
Paul Quinn College	14	17
Langston University	13	20
Jarvis Christian College	13	17
Pine Manor College	13	18

Claflin University 

Claflin university is located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, founded in 1869, the university is a private university that offers a variety of undergraduate courses. The university offers flexibility to students regarding their college entrance exam scores. The acceptance rate of the university is 41%.

Livingstone College 

Livingstone College is located in Salisbury, North Carolina. It is a private college and historically black Christian. The college is affiliated with African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. The university provides a diverse experience to students. The acceptance rate of the university is 37.2%.

Shaw University 

Shaw university is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The was founded in 1865 and is a private university offering a variety of courses. The university is known for many significant historic achievements. The acceptance rate of the university is 52.5%.

Rust College

Rust college is located in Holly Springs, Mississippi. The college was founded in 1866 and is a private and historically black college. It is one of the oldest colleges in the state. The acceptance rate of the college is 29%.

San Francisco State University

San Francisco State University is located at Holloway Ave, San Francisco. The university is a public research university. The university offers a variety of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs for students. The acceptance rate of the university is 84%.

California State University

California State University is located in Los Angeles and is a public university. It was granted university status in 1972.  It is a part of 23 campus California state university system. The acceptance rate of the university is 76%.

Paul Quinn College

Paul Quinn College is located in Dallas Texas and it was the first HBCU to open in Texas in 1872. The university provides flexibility to students regarding their ACT scores. The university aims to provide high-quality education to students. The acceptance rate of the university is 54%.

Langston University 

The university is located in Oklahoma. It is the only historically black college in the state. It has three main campuses located in Langston, Oklahoma City and Tulsa. It was founded in 1897 originally as Oklahoma Colored and Normal University.

Jarvis Christian College 

Jarvis Christian College was founded in 1912 and is a historically black Christian university. It offers a wide range of undergraduate programs for students. The college does not have any minimum ACT score requirement. It offers a diverse experience to students.

Pine Manor College

Pine Manor College was founded in 1911 and is a private college. Initially, it was a women’s college but it changed in 2014. Currently, the college hosts approximately 400 students for their education. The acceptance rate of the university is 57.4%.

Also Read: All About ACT Exam in India

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