Louisiana State University in Shreveport admitted 89% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 974 applications received in 2023, 866 students were offered admission.
If you want to apply to Louisiana State University in Shreveport, the fee for the application costs $20.
Here is an overiew of some of Louisiana State University in Shreveport's admissions stats.
Louisiana State University in Shreveport 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.4 |
Mean SAT Score | 1106 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 2% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 98% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Louisiana State University in Shreveport.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Louisiana State University in Shreveport does not offer early decision or early action.
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For more information on transferring to Louisiana State University in Shreveport, contact the school directly.
Louisiana State University in Shreveport has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.
What does Louisiana State University in Shreveport consider 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 |
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Standardized Test Scores | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Make sure to check with Louisiana State University in Shreveport for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Louisiana State University in Shreveport, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Louisiana State University in Shreveport's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | – | – | |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Louisiana State University in Shreveport have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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.
Louisiana State University in Shreveport does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 2% of Louisiana State University in Shreveport's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 98% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Louisiana State University in Shreveport applicants, you should aim to earn between 1070 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Louisiana State University in Shreveport 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1070, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Louisiana State University in Shreveport student is 1106.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Louisiana State University in Shreveport students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Louisiana State University in Shreveport students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.
To be most competitive at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Louisiana State University in Shreveport's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.
A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Louisiana State University in Shreveport students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.
Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Louisiana State University in Shreveport during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Louisiana State University in Shreveport?
❌ Students who are admitted to Louisiana State University in Shreveport must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does Louisiana State University in Shreveport accept transfer credits?
✅ Louisiana State University in Shreveport accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Louisiana State University in Shreveport accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Louisiana State University in Shreveport accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
❌ Louisiana State University in Shreveport does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Louisiana State University in Shreveport?
✅ Louisiana State University in Shreveport is not test optional.
What is Louisiana State University in Shreveport's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for Louisiana State University in Shreveport is 89%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Louisiana State University in Shreveport?
❌ Louisiana State University in Shreveport does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to LSU Shreveport is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to LSU Shreveport is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1170 and Above
1070 to 1170
1070 and Less
The median SAT score for LSU Shreveport students is 1106. Applicants with SAT scores of 1170 and above have a good chance of being admitted to LSU Shreveport, while applicants with SAT scores between 1070 to 1170 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1070 have a low chance of being offered a spot at LSU Shreveport.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At LSU Shreveport, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.37. 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.
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