LeTourneau University Admission Requirements
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LeTourneau University Admission Overview
LeTourneau University admission requirements are highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Texas. Last year LeTourneau University admitted 38% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (A-) and SAT 990-1330 / ACT 21-30. LeTourneau 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
LeTourneau University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
LeTourneau 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.
High
Admission difficulty for LeTourneau University
Acceptance Rate
The LeTourneau University acceptance rate is 38%. Last year, 1,396 of 3,673 applicants were admitted. That is the 6th lowest acceptance rate in Texas and the 146th lowest in the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into LeTourneau University and can you get accepted?
LeTourneau University is a highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than half of applicants. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
LeTourneau University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.66. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
LeTourneau University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.66Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.66
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at LeTourneau University typically have around a 3.66 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. LeTourneau University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #16 in Texas for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 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
LeTourneau University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
990-1330Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
96%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 500
- Math 490
- Composite 990
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 660
- Math 670
- Composite 1330
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at LeTourneau University typically score around a 1160 SAT (middle 50% 990–1330) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 69th percentile nationally. LeTourneau University ranks #15 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1330
SAT policy
LeTourneau 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 1160 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
LeTourneau 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.
21-30Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
58%25th Percentile Scores
- English 19
- Math 20
- Composite 21
75th Percentile Scores
- English 28
- Math 29
- Composite 30
Average ACT
Incoming testers at LeTourneau University typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 21–30) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. LeTourneau University places #14 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 30
ACT policy
You may apply to LeTourneau University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
59% of LeTourneau University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 29% are in the top ten percent.
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 LeTourneau 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 LeTourneau 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
LeTourneau University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 38% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.66 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (990-1330); 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=226231.
GPA calculator: LeTourneau University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026