La Salle University

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La Salle University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

La Salle University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	0%
Mean SAT Score	1125
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	11%
Waitlist	No

La Salle University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for La Salle University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	December 15

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Want to Apply Early to La Salle University?

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La Salle University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. La Salle University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

La Salle University accepts around 92% of early action applicants and 84% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, La Salle University admitted 2,95 of the 2,272 who applied early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on La Salle University Admissions

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Is La Salle University Hard To Get Into?

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

In 2021, La Salle University accepted 84% of students, about 4,676 from the 5,581 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like La Salle 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.

Transferring to La Salle University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to La Salle University

La Salle University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into La Salle University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at La Salle University

Wondering what factors are considered by La Salle 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

La Salle University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to La Salle University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with La Salle University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into La Salle University?

Students admitted to La Salle University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. At La Salle University 0% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 0% were in the top 25% and 0% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At La Salle University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	33%
3.75 and 3.99	56%
3.50 and 3.74	82%
3.25 and 3.49	57%
3.00 and 3.24	71%
2.50 and 2.9	89%
2.00 and 2.49	29%

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 La Salle 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

La Salle University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

La Salle University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for La Salle University?

To be competitive with other La Salle University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1060 and 1250 (or higher!) on the SAT. At La Salle University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1250 and 25% of scored lower than 1060, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a La Salle University student is 1125.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of La Salle University students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of La Salle University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for La Salle University?

To be most competitive at La Salle University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for La Salle University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for La Salle University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to La Salle University

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

Transfer students can enroll in La Salle University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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La Salle University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to La Salle University?

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

Does La Salle University accept transfer credits?

✅ La Salle University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. La Salle University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does La Salle University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ La Salle University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to La Salle University?

❌ No, La Salle University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is La Salle University's acceptance rate?

✅ La Salle University has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at La Salle University?

❌ La Salle University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at La Salle University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at La Salle University was 92% in 2021.

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