Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lafayette College has a 34% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Lafayette College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
34%
Selective
Application Volume
10,500
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lafayette College has a 34% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Lafayette College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Lafayette College. About 39% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,330 to 1,480. Additionally, about 14% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
39% of students submitted400
1600
1330 – 1480
200
800
660 – 730
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
14% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
27 – 31
Admission Statistics
10,500 students applied to LAFAYETTE. Of those, 34% were accepted (3,531 students). Of these 3,531 accepted students, 757 chose to enroll.
10,500
Total Applicants
3,531
Students Admitted
757
Students Enrolled
34%
Acceptance Rate