What ACT score is needed for college athletic scholarships?

I'm curious about what ACT score is typically required to qualify for college athletic scholarships. Does it vary much by sport or college level? Any insight or personal experiences would be really helpful.

In general, there isn't a specific ACT score that is "required" for athletic scholarships. Athletic scholarships are often given based on a student's athletic performance and potential, rather than their academic achievements. However, athletes do have to meet the NCAA's academic eligibility requirements, which include maintaining a certain GPA in core courses throughout high school and achieving a certain minimum ACT or SAT score.

The NCAA eligibility center states that athletes must have a minimum score of 75 on the ACT sum score (this is obtained by adding all four ACT section scores together) to meet their eligibility standards. However, this is for Division I and Division II schools and the requirement can be varied depending on the student's GPA in core courses.

Keep in mind, institutions may have their own academic standards beyond that of the NCAA, so a score of 75 might not be enough to gain admission, even if it meets the NCAA's minimum. In general, the higher your ACT score (and overall academic record), the more options you'll have when it comes to college recruitment.

You might want to reach out to the coaches or athletic departments at the colleges you're interested in to learn more about their specific requirements. They're usually more than willing to provide guidance, as they want to support prospective student-athletes in becoming eligible for their programs.