Lehman College of the City University of New York

Lehman College of the City University of New York is moderately difficult to get into. Lehman College of the City University of New York admitted 55% of all applicants in 2018. Out of 22,431 applications received in 2023, 12,403 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Lehman College of the City University of New York, the fee for the application is $65.

Lehman College of the City University of New York Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Lehman College of the City University of New York's admissions stats.

Lehman College of the City University of New York 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	88%
Waitlist	No

Lehman College of the City University of New York Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Lehman College of the City University of New York.

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

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Lehman College of the City University of New York does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Lehman?

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

In 2022, Lehman accepted 55% of students, about 12,403 of the 22,431 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Lehman, 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 Lehman College of the City University of New York

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Lehman College of the City University of New York

Lehman College of the City University of New York has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Lehman College of the City University of New York?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 Lehman College of the City University of New York

What does Lehman College of the City University of New York 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Lehman College of the City University of New York for more information on admission factors.

Lehman College of the City University of New York Application Requirements

To apply to Lehman College of the City University of New York, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Lehman College of the City University of New York's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Lehman College of the City University of New York?

Students admitted to Lehman College of the City University of New York have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

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

Lehman College of the City University of New York 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 2018, 88% of Lehman College of the City University of New York's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Lehman College of the City University of New York students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Lehman College of the City University of New York students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

More Information on Transferring to Lehman College of the City University of New York

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Lehman College of the City University of New York. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Lehman College of the City University of New York during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Lehman College of the City University of New York Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Lehman College of the City University of New York?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Lehman College of the City University of New York.

Does Lehman College of the City University of New York accept transfer credits?

✅ Lehman College of the City University of New York accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Lehman College of the City University of New York accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Lehman College of the City University of New York accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Lehman College of the City University of New York accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Lehman College of the City University of New York?

✅ Lehman College of the City University of New York is not test optional.

What is Lehman College of the City University of New York's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Lehman College of the City University of New York is 55%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Lehman College of the City University of New York?

❌ Lehman College of the City University of New York does not offer early decision.

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