Overall California Lutheran University Acceptance Rate
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 1000 - 1200
- ACT Scores: 22 - 27
- Average GPA: 3.7
How Hard Is It to Get into California Lutheran University
Applicant Selectivity: Moderately Selective
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to California Lutheran is considered moderately selective. Many accepted applicants score in the mid-range on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having a solid high school GPA and number of college prep courses.
How Does California Lutheran University Compare to Other Liberal Arts Colleges in CA
Nearby College Acceptance Rates
School | Acceptance Rate |
---|---|
Chapman University | 48% |
Claremont McKenna College | 11% |
Harvey Mudd College | 13% |
Occidental College | 45% |
Pitzer College | 13% |
Pomona College | 10% |
Scripps College | 28% |
St. Thomas Aquinas College | 79% |
University of Redlands | 68% |
Westmont College | 81% |
Whittier College | 63% |
Admissions Requirements
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
The average admitting GPA at Cal Lutheran is 3.7. Successful applicants will have high school transcripts that reflect a college-prep education including at least four years of English, three years of math and two years of social studies, lab science and foreign language. Four years of math and three years of lab science are preferred.
The application process also requires you to submit SAT or ACT scores along with an essay, personal statement and letter of recommendation from a high school teacher. Co-curricular activities, maturity levels and a strong sense of purpose and initiative are considered in addition to test scores and grades.
Number of Applicants, Percent Admitted, and Enrolled Students
Total | Men | Women | |
---|---|---|---|
Applicants: | 6569 | 41% | 59% |
Admitted: | 62 | 59% | 63% |
Enrolled: | 15 | 14% | 15% |
Average Standardized Test Scores
SAT Section | Score Range |
---|---|
Critical Reading | 500 - 600 |
Math | 500 - 600 |
Total Score: | 1000 - 1200 |
ACT Section | Score Range |
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English | 22 - 27 |
Math | 21 - 28 |
Composite Score: | 22 - 27 |