Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lake Forest College has a 60% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Lake Forest College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
60%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
4,665
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
16%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lake Forest College has a 60% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Lake Forest College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
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 Lake Forest College. About 19% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,153 to 1,340. Additionally, about 10% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 26 to 31.
SAT Scores
19% of students submitted400
1600
1153 – 1340
200
800
590 – 670
200
800
563 – 670
ACT Scores
10% of students submitted1
36
26 – 31
1
36
25 – 34
1
36
24 – 28
Admission Statistics
4,665 students applied to LAKEFOREST. Of those, 60% were accepted (2,786 students). Of these 2,786 accepted students, 445 chose to enroll.
4,665
Total Applicants
2,786
Students Admitted
445
Students Enrolled
60%
Acceptance Rate