Lasell College - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Lasell College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

73.2%

Admission Difficulty for Lasell College
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Lasell College is 73.2%. Its admission rate is the 32nd lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

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

Lasell College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,074 out of the 2,833 who applied were admitted.

Lasell College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.12. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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73% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 3.12 or better
Earn B grades in high school
Score 1130 on the SAT
Score 24 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Lasell College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.12

Typical High School Grades

What GPA do you need to get into Lasell College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Lasell College are to have around a 3.12 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Lasell College accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Lasell College is 3.12 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #52 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Lasell College 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 3.1 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 Lasell College students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	9.6%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	9.2%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	11.9%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	12.5%	Avg +
3.00 to 3.24	15.8%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	18.9%	Avg -
2.00 to 2.49	18.5%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	3.6%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Lasell College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Lasell College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 20% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

995-1268

Applicants Submitting SAT

20%

SAT Scores for Lasell College
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	510
Math 25th Percentile	485
Composite 25th Percentile	995

SAT Scores for Lasell College
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	640
Math 75th Percentile	628
Composite 75th Percentile	1268
Average SAT Score	1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Lasell College is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 995-1268. Students who get into Lasell College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. Lasell College ranks #34 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Lasell College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 995 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 995, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 860, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Lasell 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 1130 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 1131, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1268 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Lasell College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1268 and Above	Good	>84%
1131 to 1268	Avg +	73%-84%
995 to 1131	Avg -	59%-73%
859 to 995	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 859	Low	<43%

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Lasell College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

22-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Lasell College
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	21
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	22

ACT Scores for Lasell College
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	26
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Lasell College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Lasell College is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 26. The school ranks #36 in Massachusetts for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Lasell College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Lasell 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 Lasell College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 26 ACT score.

Lasell College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>84%
24 to 26	Avg +	73%-84%
22 to 24	Avg -	59%-73%
20 to 22	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 20	Low	<43%

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High School Class Rank

76% of Lasell College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 40% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Lasell College students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	15%
Top 25% of class	40%
Top 50% of class	76%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Lasell College admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,827	1,006	2,833
Accepted	1,382	692	2,074
Acceptance Rate	76%	69%	73%
Enrolled	208	106	314
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	15%	15%	15%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Lasell College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Lasell 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	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Lasell College
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Lasell College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.12 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1130 on the SAT and 24 on the ACT will further lock in your application.