Admissions Overview
The admission process at Louisiana State University has a 74% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Louisiana State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
74%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
42,558
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
24%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Louisiana State University has a 74% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Louisiana State University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
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
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
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 Louisiana State University. About 8% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,150 to 1,330. Additionally, about 49% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 29.
SAT Scores
8% of students submitted400
1600
1150 – 1330
200
800
590 – 670
200
800
560 – 660
ACT Scores
49% of students submitted1
36
24 – 29
1
36
23 – 31
1
36
22 – 31
Admission Statistics
42,558 students applied to LSU. Of those, 74% were accepted (31,491 students). Of these 31,491 accepted students, 7,521 chose to enroll.
42,558
Total Applicants
31,491
Students Admitted
7,521
Students Enrolled
74%
Acceptance Rate