Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lafayette College has a 31% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Lafayette College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
31%
Selective
Application Volume
9,874
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
22%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lafayette College has a 31% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
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 31% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,340 to 1,490. Additionally, about 14% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
31% of students submitted400
1600
1340 – 1490
200
800
670 – 730
200
800
670 – 760
ACT Scores
14% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
27 – 35
Admission Statistics
9,874 students applied to LAFAYETTE. Of those, 31% were accepted (3,107 students). Of these 3,107 accepted students, 697 chose to enroll.
9,874
Total Applicants
3,107
Students Admitted
697
Students Enrolled
31%
Acceptance Rate