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Lafayette College Admissions

Considering submitting an application to Lafayette College? This college located in Easton, PA is known for being Selective (30-50%) relative to other colleges throughout the nation.

Jump to a section:

• Application Information

  • Application Fees
  • Academic Requirements
  • Admissions Address and Contact Information
  • Smart Questions to Ask

• Entering Class Stats

  • What Admissions Stats Mean for You
  • Selectivity of Lafayette College* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at Lafayette College
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

Lafayette College Applications

Getting Started with Your Application

Gaining entry to Lafayette College calls for an impressive application; investigate the admission policies and design a submission that stands out.

Application Fees

To become part of the community at Lafayette College calls for an application that sets you apart from the rest.

Undergraduate Application Fee	$65
Online Application Website	https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=138

What the Admissions Office Looks For

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Not applicable
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Required
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Not applicable
College-Preparatory Program	Not applicable
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Not applicable
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)	Required
Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.)	Neither required nor recommended

This College’s Accepted and Transferable Credits

Advanced Placement Credits Accepted?	Implied no
Dual-Credit Classes	Yes
Life Experience Credits	Implied no

Here’s How to Track Down the Admissions Department

Admissions Department Website	https://admissions.lafayette.edu/
Admissions Office Address	High St, Easton, PA 18042-1768
Admissions Department Phone	(610) 330-5000

Important Questions to Ask

• Are there any particular academic requirements needed to apply to your desired major?
• After applying, when will you be notified if you are accepted or not?
• Should you apply for early admission?
• Are you eligible for an application fee waiver?

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Is It Hard to Get Into Lafayette?

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Lafayette College is a competitive 31%, so take your application seriously. Even a minor omission could move you to the rejection pile.

Average Test Scores

About 24% of students accepted to Lafayette submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 670 and 740.

Math scores were between 680 and 760.

Lafayette received ACT scores from 10% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 31 and 33.

Lafayette College Admissions & Enrollment Data

What Kind of Student Does Lafayette College Admit?

Examine the admissions data of recent incoming classes for a clearer insight into your odds at Lafayette College.

Understanding Admissions Statistics

Lafayette College admission statistics help you gauge the likelihood of acceptance. Compare your test scores to previously accepted students; a school’s acceptance rate and selectivity are good ways to judge how difficult admission is.

Looking for Lafayette College application deadlines and requirements?

Selectivity: Are You the Right Type of Student For This College?

Open Admissions	No

Acceptance & Enrollment Statistics

Applicant Total	10,195
Accepted	3,206

Gender Balance in Admissions: Male and Female Applicant Trends

Average Test Scores

About 24% of students accepted to Lafayette submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 670 and 740.

Math scores were between 680 and 760.

Lafayette received ACT scores from 10% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 31 and 33.

Additional Question to Ask

• A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?

Notes and References

References

• National Center for Education Statistics
• College Scorecard
• Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
• Image Credit: By Shuvaev under License

More about our data sources and methodologies.