Lake Superior State University Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Lake Superior State University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Lake Superior State University and can I get accepted? The school has a 63% acceptance rate ranking it #9 in Michigan for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 1,869 out of 2,949 applicants were admitted making Lake Superior State University a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 61 percent. Lake Superior State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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Find out which students are getting accepted at Lake Superior State University, which are not, and how your GPA, SAT, or ACT scores compare.
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Lake Superior State University SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 490 |
| SAT Math 25th | 480 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 970 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 590 |
| SAT Math 75th | 570 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1160 |
| Average SAT Score | 1070 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Lake Superior State University?
Lake Superior State University typically requires applicants to be in the top 66 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 970 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 870. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1070 out of 1600. The school ranks #27 in Michigan for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 89 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1160 and Above | Good | >74% |
| 1065 to 1160 | Avg + | 63%-74% |
| 970 to 1065 | Avg - | 50%-63% |
| 875 to 970 | Reach | 37%-50% |
| Less than 875 | Low | <37% |
Lake Superior State University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 24 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Lake Superior State University?
Admission data indicates that Lake Superior State University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #26 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score. 22 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Lake Superior State University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >74% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 63%-74% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg - | 50%-63% |
| 16 to 19 | Reach | 37%-50% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <37% |
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Lake Superior State University GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into Lake Superior State University?
Applicants need about average high school grades to get into Lake Superior State University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Lake Superior State University was 3.22 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #27 in Michigan for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Lake Superior State University accepts 63% of students who apply.
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
High School Class Rank
67% of Lake Superior State University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 14% |
| Top 25% of class | 35% |
| Top 50% of class | 67% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 33% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 9% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,833 | 1,116 | 2,949 |
| Accepted | 1,159 | 710 | 1,869 |
| Acceptance Rate | 63% | 64% | 63% |
| Enrolled | 214 | 197 | 411 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 18% | 28% | 22% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 3 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Lake Superior State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| F |
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids, Michigan |
| E |
Eastern Michigan UniversityYpsilanti, Michigan |
| F |
SUNY at FredoniaFredonia, New York |
| P |
University of Pittsburgh BradfordBradford, Pennsylvania |
| S |
Slippery Rock University of PennsylvaniaSlippery Rock, Pennsylvania |
| o |
SUNY College of Technology at AlfredAlfred, New York |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=170639 IPEDS survey data for Lake Superior State University.
FAQs
Does Lake Superior State University prefer SAT or ACT?
89% of students submit their SAT scores to Lake Superior State University. 22% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Lake Superior State University?
63% of those who apply are granted admission to Lake Superior State University. Admission competition is low and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Lake Superior State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 970 and 1160. 89% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Lake Superior State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 25. 22% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
