Lindenwood University Admission Requirements
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Lindenwood University Admission Overview
Lindenwood University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Lindenwood University admitted 56.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (B+) and SAT 1023-1230 / ACT 21-27. Lindenwood University 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
Lindenwood University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Lindenwood University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for Lindenwood University
Acceptance Rate
The Lindenwood University acceptance rate is 56.8%. Last year, 4,528 of 7,966 applicants were admitted. That is the 8th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Lindenwood University and can you get accepted?
Lindenwood University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Lindenwood University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.42. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Lindenwood University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.42Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.42
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Lindenwood University typically have around a 3.42 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Lindenwood University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #24 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Lindenwood University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1023-1230Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
-25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 503
- Math 520
- Composite 1023
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 620
- Math 610
- Composite 1230
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Lindenwood University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 1023–1230) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Lindenwood University ranks #19 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1023 to 1230
SAT policy
Lindenwood University 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 1130 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Lindenwood University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
21-27Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- English 21
- Math 19
- Composite 21
75th Percentile Scores
- English 26
- Math 26
- Composite 27
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Lindenwood University typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Lindenwood University places #9 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 27
ACT policy
You may apply to Lindenwood University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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.
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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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Lindenwood University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Lindenwood University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Lindenwood University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 56.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1023-1230); 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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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=177968.
GPA calculator: Lindenwood University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026