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ULM Admission Requirements

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ULM Admission Overview

ULM admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year ULM admitted 84.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.53 GPA (A-) and SAT 1160-1360 / ACT 18-24. ULM is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

ULM Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

84.8%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for University of Louisiana at Monroe

Acceptance Rate

The ULM acceptance rate is 84.8%. Last year, 3,580 of 4,224 applicants were admitted. That is the 14th lowest acceptance rate in Louisiana.

Admission Selectivity

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

ULM is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Louisiana at Monroe typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.53. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 35% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

ULM GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.53

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.53

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at ULM typically have around a 3.53 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. ULM is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #6 in Louisiana for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of Louisiana at Monroe freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 9.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 27.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 24.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 19.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 11.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

ULM SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1160-1360

Freshmen who sent SAT

14%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1160
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Louisiana at Monroe

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 630
  • Math 730
  • Composite 1360
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Louisiana at Monroe

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at ULM typically score around a 1260 SAT (middle 50% 1160–1360) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 83rd percentile nationally. ULM ranks #3 in the state of Louisiana for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1160 to 1360

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SAT policy

ULM is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1260 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Louisiana at Monroe
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1360+ Above 75th >92%
1260 to 1360 Avg + 85%-92%
1160 to 1260 Avg - 75%-85%
Below 1160 Below mid-50 <75%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

ULM ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

86%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 18
  • Math 17
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Louisiana at Monroe

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Louisiana at Monroe

Average ACT

Incoming testers at ULM typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. ULM places #10 among colleges in Louisiana for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to ULM without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Louisiana at Monroe
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >92%
21 to 24 Avg + 85%-92%
18 to 21 Avg - 75%-85%
Below 18 Below mid-50 <75%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Louisiana at Monroe admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,534 1,690 4,224
Accepted 2,225 1,355 3,580
Acceptance Rate 88% 80% 85%
Enrolled 772 483 1,255
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 35% 36% 35%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Louisiana at Monroe and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Louisiana at Monroe application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Louisiana at Monroe is $20.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Louisiana at Monroe
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

ULM is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 84.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.53 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1160-1360); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Last updated: August 2026