Admissions Overview
The admission process at Lehigh University has a 37% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Lehigh University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
37%
Selective
Application Volume
15,163
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
27%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Lehigh University has a 37% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Lehigh University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
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
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
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 Lehigh University. About 37% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,340 to 1,490. Additionally, about 13% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
37% of students submitted400
1600
1340 – 1490
200
800
660 – 720
200
800
680 – 770
ACT Scores
13% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
30 – 35
1
36
28 – 33
Admission Statistics
15,163 students applied to Lehigh. Of those, 37% were accepted (5,607 students). Of these 5,607 accepted students, 1,511 chose to enroll.
15,163
Total Applicants
5,607
Students Admitted
1,511
Students Enrolled
37%
Acceptance Rate