College regions: find your fit
Browse colleges and universities by U.S. region, from the Northeast and South to the Midwest and West, with SAT and ACT score ranges and admissions data for every school.
Acely's college admissions directory helps students and families compare acceptance rates, SAT and ACT score ranges, tuition, financial aid and scholarship opportunities across U.S. colleges and universities. Use this interactive resource to determine what may be safety, target, or reach schools based on your current test scores and your preferences.
Data sourced from Peterson's annual survey of undergraduate institutions. Data last updated: May 2026
Northeast
9 STATES
Historic, dense, and academically strong, with lots of major cities, older colleges, and easy access to culture, internships, and public transit.
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Midwest
12 STATES
Friendly, practical, and community-oriented, with a mix of major research universities, strong sports culture, and classic college towns.
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South
17 STATES
Warm, spirited, and fast-growing, with major public universities, strong athletics, regional pride, and a wide range of campus settings.
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West
13 STATES
Outdoorsy, innovative, and spread out, with strong tech, creative industries, environmental focus, and access to mountains, beaches, and deserts.
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