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Lake Forest College Admissions

Wondering what it takes to get into Lake Forest College? The school located in Lake Forest, IL ranks as Moderately Selective (50-70%) 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 Lake Forest College* Acceptance & Enrollment Stats at Lake Forest College
  • Male to Female Ratio of Applicants
  • Average SAT & ACT Scores * Helpful Resources

Lake Forest College Application Process

Getting Started with Your Application

Earning a place at Lake Forest College means presenting an exceptional application that rises above the competition.

Application Fees

Earning a place at Lake Forest College begins with demonstrating your potential and fit.

Online Application Website	www.lakeforest.edu/admissions/apply/

Academic Factors Considered for Admission

GPA	Required
Secondary School Rank	Not applicable
Secondary School Record	Required
Recommendations	Required
Standardized Test Scores (SAT, ACT, etc.)	Not applicable
College-Preparatory Program	Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Neither required nor recommended
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	www.lakeforest.edu/admissions/
Admissions Office Address	555 N Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045-2338
Admissions Department Phone	(847) 234-3100

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 Lake Forest?

Acceptance Rate

With an acceptance rate of 57%, Lake Forest College admits well under half of applicants — plan a thorough, polished application.

Average Test Scores

About 16% of students accepted to Lake Forest submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 600 and 713.

Math scores were between 590 and 680.

Lake Forest received ACT scores from 10% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 28 and 32.

Lake Forest College Entering Class Statistics

How Do You Compare to Other Incoming Students at Lake Forest College?

Use the admissions stats from the recent freshman class to see how you compare at Lake Forest College.

How Admissions and Enrollment Stats Apply to You

Lake Forest admission statistics help you understand the likelihood of being accepted. Compare your SAT and ACT scores to previously accepted students — if your scores are below average, you may want to retake the exam or find schools that better fit your scores.

Looking for Lake Forest College application deadlines and requirements?

Selectivity: What Is the Acceptance Rate for Students?

Open Admissions	No

Acceptance & Enrollment Statistics

Applicant Total	5,356
Accepted	3,043

Gender Balance in Admissions: Male and Female Applicant Trends

Average Test Scores

About 16% of students accepted to Lake Forest submitted their SAT scores.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 600 and 713.

Math scores were between 590 and 680.

Lake Forest received ACT scores from 10% of accepted students.

When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 28 and 32.

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
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