University of Lynchburg Admission Requirements
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University of Lynchburg Admission Overview
University of Lynchburg admission requirements are competitive. Last year University of Lynchburg admitted 43% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.53 GPA (A-) and SAT 980-1230. University of Lynchburg 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
University of Lynchburg is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Lynchburg 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 University of Lynchburg
Acceptance Rate
The University of Lynchburg acceptance rate is 43%. Last year, 2,988 of 6,948 applicants were admitted. That is the 8th lowest acceptance rate in Virginia and the 195th lowest in the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of Lynchburg and can you get accepted?
University of Lynchburg 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.
University of Lynchburg typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.53. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Lynchburg GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.53Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.53
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of Lynchburg 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. University of Lynchburg is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
28% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #25 in Virginia 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.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Lynchburg SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
980-1230Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
11%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 520
- Math 460
- Composite 980
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 620
- Math 610
- Composite 1230
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of Lynchburg typically score around a 1110 SAT (middle 50% 980–1230) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 61st percentile nationally. University of Lynchburg ranks #27 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 980 to 1230
SAT policy
University of Lynchburg 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 1110 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
University of Lynchburg 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.
1%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
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 University of Lynchburg and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2026 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Sep 1, 2026Days left to Apply
NoneThe application deadline for Fall 2026 has passed. Applications were due on Sep 1, 2026.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Lynchburg 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
University of Lynchburg is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 43% 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 (980-1230); 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=232609.
GPA calculator: University of Lynchburg GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026