Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lake Forest College has a 59% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Lake Forest College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
59%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
4,811
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
15%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lake Forest College has a 59% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther 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 16% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,170 to 1,365. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 31.
SAT Scores
16% of students submitted400
1600
1170 – 1365
200
800
590 – 685
200
800
580 – 680
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
28 – 31
1
36
28 – 33
1
36
25 – 33
Admission Statistics
4,811 students applied to LAKEFOREST. Of those, 59% were accepted (2,858 students). Of these 2,858 accepted students, 425 chose to enroll.
4,811
Total Applicants
2,858
Students Admitted
425
Students Enrolled
59%
Acceptance Rate