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How to Get Into University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Lafayette, LA · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Admissions Statistics

87%
Acceptance Rate
570-630
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
550-610
SAT Math (mid 50%)
23-28
ACT (mid 50%)
12,428
Undergrads
53%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Louisiana at Lafayette

The bar here is clear

University of Louisiana at Lafayette admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1120-1240 combined SAT or 23-28 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Test-flexible", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Louisiana at Lafayette fits.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) July 1, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $25
Test scores Test-flexible
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $24,884
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $10,418 / $24,146
Room & board (on campus) $12,108
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $13,530

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $11,157
$30-48k $11,283
$48-75k $13,692
$75-110k $17,079
$110k+ $18,562
42%
Students receiving Pell Grants
44%
Students taking federal loans
74%
Freshman retention rate
18:1
Student-faculty ratio

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