Lincoln University Admission Requirements
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Lincoln University Admission Overview
Lincoln University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Lincoln University admitted 65.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.06 GPA (B) and SAT 820-960. Lincoln 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
Lincoln University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Lincoln 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.
Low
Admission difficulty for Lincoln University
Acceptance Rate
The Lincoln University acceptance rate is 65.7%. Last year, 3,449 of 5,248 applicants were admitted. That is the 30th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Lincoln University and can you get accepted?
Lincoln University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Lincoln University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.06. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Lincoln University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.06Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.06
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Lincoln University typically have around a 3.06 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Lincoln University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #88 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 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
Lincoln University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
820-960Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
1%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 420
- Math 400
- Composite 820
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 500
- Math 460
- Composite 960
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Lincoln University typically score around a 890 SAT (middle 50% 820–960) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 21st percentile nationally. Lincoln University ranks #102 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 820 to 960
SAT policy
Lincoln 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 890 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
Lincoln 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.
Not ReportedFreshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
-25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
56% of Lincoln University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
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 Lincoln University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
May 1, 2027Days left to Apply
243Applicants have 243 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Lincoln 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
Lincoln University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.06 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (820-960); 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=213598.
GPA calculator: Lincoln University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026