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La Sierra University Admission Requirements

Riverside, California

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Chances of getting into La Sierra University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
66%
Admission Difficulty for La Sierra University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 
How hard is it to get into La Sierra University and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at La Sierra University is 66%.  It ranks #44 in California for lowest rate of acceptance. La Sierra University is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 1,801 out of 2,726 applicants were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 72 percent (SAT 880/1140 ACT 18/28). La Sierra University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. La Sierra University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

La Sierra University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
880-1140
Applicants Submitting SAT 
25%
SAT Scores for La Sierra University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 460
SAT Math 25th 420
SAT Composite 25th 880
SAT Scores for La Sierra University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 570
SAT Math 75th 570
SAT Composite 75th 1140
Average SAT Score 1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to La Sierra University?

Students who get into La Sierra University score in the top 81 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 880-1140. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 880 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 750. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1010 out of 1600. La Sierra University ranks #61 in California for highest average SAT composite score. 25 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

La Sierra University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1140 and Above Good >79%
1010 to 1140 Avg + 66%-79%
880 to 1010 Avg - 51%-66%
750 to 880 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 750 Low <35%
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La Sierra University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
18-28 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
2%
ACT Scores for La Sierra University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 19
ACT Math 25th 15
ACT Composite 25th 18
ACT Scores for La Sierra University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 27
ACT Math 75th 22
ACT Composite 75th 28
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into La Sierra University?

La Sierra University regularly accepts students who score 18 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 62 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 18-28. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 13 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 28 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #41 in California for highest average ACT composite score. 2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to La Sierra University.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

La Sierra University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >79%
23 to 28 Avg + 66%-79%
18 to 23 Avg - 51%-66%
13 to 18 Reach 35%-51%
Less than 13 Low <35%
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La Sierra University GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.54
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into La Sierra University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into La Sierra University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at La Sierra University was 3.54 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #51 in California for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as La Sierra University accepts 66% of students who apply.

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High School GPA's for admitted La Sierra University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 19.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 14.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

81% of La Sierra University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted La Sierra University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 42%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

La Sierra University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,852 874 2,726
Accepted 1,246 555 1,801
Acceptance Rate 67% 64% 66%
Enrolled 163 124 287
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 22% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to La Sierra University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to La Sierra University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

La Sierra University Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Neither required nor recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at La Sierra University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=117627 IPEDS survey data for La Sierra University.

FAQs

Does La Sierra University prefer SAT or ACT?

25% of students submit their SAT scores to La Sierra University. 2% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into La Sierra University?

66% of those who apply are granted admission to La Sierra University. Admission competition is low and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for La Sierra University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 880 and 1140. 25% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for La Sierra University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 28. 2% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.