University of Louisiana at Lafayette

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Louisiana at Lafayette's admissions stats.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	98%
Waitlist	No

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

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

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Applying Early to University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

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

In 2021, University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepted 67% of all applicants, around 6,854 from the 10,195 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Louisiana at Lafayette

University of Louisiana at Lafayette has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

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 choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Louisiana at Lafayette

What does University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
State Residency	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Louisiana at Lafayette for more information on admission factors.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Louisiana at Lafayette, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Louisiana at Lafayette'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)	2.0
Other Requirements	√			core requirements
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

Students admitted to University of Louisiana at Lafayette have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 93% submitted a class rank. At University of Louisiana at Lafayette 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Louisiana at Lafayette, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	7%
3.75 and 3.99	21%
3.50 and 3.74	21%
3.25 and 3.49	18%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	15%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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

University of Louisiana at Lafayette looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette 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 2022, 4% of University of Louisiana at Lafayette's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 98% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

To be competitive with other University of Louisiana at Lafayette applicants, you should aim to earn between 1020 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Louisiana at Lafayette 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1020, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Louisiana at Lafayette students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Louisiana at Lafayette students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

To be most competitive at University of Louisiana at Lafayette, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Louisiana at Lafayette's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Louisiana at Lafayette students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

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 University of Louisiana at Lafayette

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Louisiana at Lafayette during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Does University of Louisiana at Lafayette accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does University of Louisiana at Lafayette accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Louisiana at Lafayette accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

✅ University of Louisiana at Lafayette is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is University of Louisiana at Lafayette's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Louisiana at Lafayette's acceptance rate is 67%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Louisiana at Lafayette?

❌ University of Louisiana at Lafayette does not offer early decision.

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