Lebanon Valley College

It is moderately difficult to get into Lebanon Valley College. Around 77% of applicants get into Lebanon Valley College each year. Out of 3,128 applications received in 2023, 2,400 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Lebanon Valley College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to Lebanon Valley College for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than September 15.

Lebanon Valley College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Lebanon Valley College's admissions stats.

Lebanon Valley College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	42%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	No

Lebanon Valley College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Lebanon Valley College.

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

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Applying Early to Lebanon Valley College?

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Lebanon Valley College does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on Lebanon Valley College Admissions

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Transferring to Lebanon Valley College

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Lebanon Valley College

Lebanon Valley College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Lebanon Valley College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider 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 prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Lebanon Valley College

What does Lebanon Valley College 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
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Lebanon Valley College for more information on admission factors.

Lebanon Valley College Application Requirements

To apply to Lebanon Valley College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Lebanon Valley College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition for music majors, specific requirements for physical therapy and athletic training programs
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	2	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Lebanon Valley College?

Students admitted to Lebanon Valley College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 75% submitted a class rank. At Lebanon Valley College 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 85% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Lebanon Valley College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	29.65%
3.75 and 3.99	27.53%
3.50 and 3.74	18.59%
3.25 and 3.49	12.24%
3.00 and 3.24	7.53%
2.50 and 2.9	4.24%
2.00 and 2.49	0.24%

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 Lebanon Valley College directly.

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.

Standardized Test Scores

Lebanon Valley College is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 42% of Lebanon Valley College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Lebanon Valley College?

To be competitive with other Lebanon Valley College applicants, you should strive to earn between 1130 and 1278 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Lebanon Valley College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1278 and 25% of scored lower than 1130, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Lebanon Valley College students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 560 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Lebanon Valley College students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 560 or higher.

To be most competitive at Lebanon Valley College, you should strive to earn between 23 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Lebanon Valley College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Lebanon Valley College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

More Information on Transferring to Lebanon Valley College

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

Transfer students can enroll in Lebanon Valley College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Lebanon Valley College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Lebanon Valley College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Lebanon Valley College.

Does Lebanon Valley College accept transfer credits?

✅ Lebanon Valley College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Lebanon Valley College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Lebanon Valley College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Lebanon Valley College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Lebanon Valley College?

❌ No, Lebanon Valley College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Lebanon Valley College's acceptance rate?

✅ Lebanon Valley College has an acceptance rate of 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Lebanon Valley College?

❌ Lebanon Valley College does not offer early decision.

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