Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is moderately difficult to get into. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College admitted 76% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 38,853 applications received in 2023, 29,419 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 4/15 and the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who apply to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College for fall semester should anticipate a decision by October 15.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's admissions stats.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	24%
Mean SAT Score	1225
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	13%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	87%
Waitlist	No

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	4 15	October 15

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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College does not offer early decision or early action.

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How To Get Into Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

LSU is a moderately difficult school to get into.

In 2022, LSU accepted 76% of all applicants, approximately 29,419 of the 38,853 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like LSU, 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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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 stand out.

Admissions Factors at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

What does Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical 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
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College for more information on admission factors.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Application Requirements

To apply to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	Honors College consideration requires a demonstration of writing via Common App essay, Honors College writing prompt, and exam scores
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

Students admitted to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 78% submitted a class rank. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College 24% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	32.74%
3.75 and 3.99	21.07%
3.50 and 3.74	18.71%
3.25 and 3.49	14.11%
3.00 and 3.24	10.31%
2.50 and 2.9	2.86%
2.00 and 2.49	0.2%

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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical 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

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical 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, 13% of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 87% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

To be competitive with other Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College applicants, you should strive to earn between 1140 and 1310 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1310 and 25% of scored lower than 1140, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College student is 1225.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College students scored 660 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, you should strive to earn between 23 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

More Information on Transferring to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College.

Does Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College accept transfer credits?

✅ Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

❌ No, Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?

❌ Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College does not offer early decision.

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