LSUA Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at LSUA is 58.3%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Louisiana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into LSUA and can you get accepted?

LSUA is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,850 out of the 3,174 who applied were admitted.

The school has very easy admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 64 percent (SAT 970/1210 ACT 18/22). Louisiana State University Alexandria typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.16. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into LSUA?

58% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Louisiana State University Alexandria you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.16 or better
• Earn B grades in high school
• Score 1090 on the SAT
• Score 20 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top half of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Louisiana State University Alexandria?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into LSUA are to have around a 3.16 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as LSUA accepts 58% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at LSUA is 3.16 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #19 in Louisiana for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

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

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Louisiana State University Alexandria?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at LSUA is 1090 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 970-1210. Students who get into Louisiana State University Alexandria score in the top 66 percent of all SAT test takers..  LSUA ranks #10 in the state of Louisiana for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1090 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. LSUA regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 970 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 970, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 10 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1090 SAT score range.

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1090, you have around a 58% chance of being admitted. A 1210 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into LSUA?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to LSUA is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 22.  The school ranks #16 in Louisiana for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 90 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Louisiana State University Alexandria.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into LSUA for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 58% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 72% with a 22 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

71% of Louisiana State University Alexandria freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top quarter.

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Louisiana State University Alexandria is $20.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Louisiana State University Alexandria and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because LSUA is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.16 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1090 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1210 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 20 on the ACT places you in a strong position.