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Your chances of getting into Fort Lewis College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

91%
Admission Difficulty for Fort Lewis College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at FLC is 91%.  Its admission rate is the 16th lowest in Colorado.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into FLC and can you get accepted?

Fort Lewis College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,496 out of the 4,942 who applied were admitted.

Fort Lewis College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into FLC?

91% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Fort Lewis College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.3 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1160 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

FLC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.3

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Fort Lewis College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into FLC are to have around a 3.3 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.3 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as FLC accepts 91% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at FLC is 3.3 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #14 in Colorado for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since FLC is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Fort Lewis College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 12.39% Good
3.75 to 3.99 11.76% Good
3.50 to 3.74 15.76% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 17.02% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.92% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 21.95% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.99% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.21% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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FLC SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Fort Lewis College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 19% of students submitted SAT scores and 9% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1060-1260

Applicants Submitting SAT 

19%
SAT Scores for Fort Lewis College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 530
Composite 25th Percentile 1060
SAT Scores for Fort Lewis College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 620
Composite 75th Percentile 1260
Average SAT Score 1160

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Fort Lewis College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at FLC is 1160 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1060-1260. Students who get into Fort Lewis College score in the top 49 percent of all SAT test takers..  FLC ranks #7 in the state of Colorado for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1160 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. FLC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1060 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1060, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 960, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Fort Lewis College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1160 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1160, you have around a 91% chance of being admitted. A 1260 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 95% chance of getting in.

Fort Lewis College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1260 and Above Good >95%
1160 to 1260 Avg + 91%-95%
1060 to 1160 Avg - 84%-91%
960 to 1060 Reach 74%-84%
Less than 960 Low <74%
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FLC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

9%
ACT Scores for Fort Lewis College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 16
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for Fort Lewis College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into FLC?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to FLC is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 25.  The school ranks #12 in Colorado for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

9 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Fort Lewis College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Fort Lewis College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into FLC for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 91% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 95% with a 25 ACT score.

Fort Lewis College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >95%
21 to 25 Avg + 91%-95%
18 to 21 Avg - 85%-91%
15 to 18 Reach 77%-85%
Less than 15 Low <77%
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High School Class Rank

68% of Fort Lewis College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Fort Lewis College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 12%
Top 25% of class 28%
Top 50% of class 68%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Fort Lewis College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,868 2,058 4,942
Accepted 2,634 1,847 4,496
Acceptance Rate 92% 90% 91%
Enrolled 466 383 853
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 21% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

253

Applicants have 253 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Fort Lewis College is $40.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Fort Lewis College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Fort Lewis College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Fort Lewis College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Fort Lewis College is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.3 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1160 and ACT of 21 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127185 IPEDS survey data for Fort Lewis College.

Last updated February 24, 2024