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Langston University

Langston, OK 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate61%

Langston University Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Langston University. Around 61% of applicants get into Langston University each year. Out of 9,244 applications received in 2023, 5,635 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to Langston University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Langston University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Langston University's admissions stats.

Langston University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 2.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 4.38%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 17%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 83%
Waitlist No

Langston University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Langston University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No

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Langston University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into Langston University

Langston University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Langston University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Langston University accepted 61% of students, approximately 5,635 of the 9,244 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Langston University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Langston University is not difficult.

Transferring to Langston University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Langston University

Langston University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Langston University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Langston University

Wondering what factors are considered by Langston University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Recommendation(s) Important
Talent/Ability Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Class Rank Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered

Make sure to check with Langston University for more information on admission factors.

Langston University Application Requirements

To apply to Langston University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Langston University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Langston University?

Students admitted to Langston University have an average unweighted GPA of 2.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 84% submitted a class rank. At Langston University 4.38% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 14.1% were in the top 25% and 38.09% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Langston University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA
3.75 and 3.99
3.50 and 3.74
3.25 and 3.49
3.00 and 3.24
2.50 and 2.9
2.00 and 2.49

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Langston University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Langston University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2017, 17% of Langston University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 83% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Langston University, you should strive to earn between 13 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Langston University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 13 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Langston University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 13.

More Information on Transferring to Langston University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Langston University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Langston University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Langston University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Langston University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Langston University.

Does Langston University accept transfer credits?

✅ Langston University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Langston University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Do I have to submit test scores to Langston University?

✅ Langston University is not test optional.

What is Langston University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Langston University is 61%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Langston University?

❌ Langston University does not offer early decision.

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Langston University Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

61%

How hard is it to get into Langston University? Langston University is a somewhat selective institution. The Langston University acceptance rate is 61%. This means that the institution accepts 60 out of every 100 applicants.

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Langston University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Langston University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Langston University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Langston University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Langston University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

2.79

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Langston University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.79. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,222

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

61%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$6,509

Out-of-State

$13,889

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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