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Long Island University-C W Post Campus Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Long Island University C W Post Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

92.7%
Admission Difficulty for Long Island University C W Post Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Long Island University-C W Post Campus is 92.7%.  Its admission rate is the 144th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Long Island University-C W Post Campus and can you get accepted?

Long Island University C W Post Campus is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 13,279 out of the 14,332 who applied were admitted.

Long Island University C W Post Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.36. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 8% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Long Island University-C W Post Campus?

93% 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.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Long Island University C W Post Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.36 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1220 on the SAT
  • Score 26 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Long Island University-C W Post Campus GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.36

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Long Island University C W Post Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Long Island University-C W Post Campus are to have around a 3.36 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.36 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Long Island University-C W Post Campus accepts 93% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Long Island University-C W Post Campus is 3.36 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #70 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Long Island University-C W Post Campus is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Long Island University C W Post Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 16.53% Good
3.75 to 3.99 17.03% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 15.74% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 10.76% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.04% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 15.74% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 7.27% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 2.49% Reach
less than 1.00 2.49% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Long Island University-C W Post Campus SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Long Island University C W Post Campus. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 51% of students submitted SAT scores and 5% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1100-1330

Applicants Submitting SAT 

51%
SAT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 550
Math 25th Percentile 550
Composite 25th Percentile 1100
SAT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 660
Math 75th Percentile 670
Composite 75th Percentile 1330
Average SAT Score 1220

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Long Island University C W Post Campus?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Long Island University-C W Post Campus is 1220 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1100-1330. Students who get into Long Island University C W Post Campus score in the top 41 percent of all SAT test takers..  Long Island University-C W Post Campus ranks #50 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1220 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Long Island University-C W Post Campus regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1100 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1100, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 980, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Long Island University C W Post Campus is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1220 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

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 1215, you have around a 93% chance of being admitted. A 1330 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 96% chance of getting in.

Long Island University C W Post Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1330 and Above Good >96%
1215 to 1330 Avg + 93%-96%
1100 to 1215 Avg - 87%-93%
985 to 1100 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 985 Low <79%
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Long Island University-C W Post Campus ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

23-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

5%
ACT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 23
ACT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 29
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 29
Average ACT Score 26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Long Island University-C W Post Campus?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Long Island University-C W Post Campus is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 29.  The school ranks #51 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

5 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Long Island University C W Post Campus.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Long Island University C W Post Campus is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Long Island University-C W Post Campus for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 93% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 29 ACT score.

Long Island University C W Post Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
29 and Above Good >96%
26 to 29 Avg + 93%-96%
23 to 26 Avg - 87%-93%
20 to 23 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 20 Low <79%
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High School Class Rank

73% of Long Island University C W Post Campus freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 38% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Long Island University C W Post Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 18.5%
Top 25% of class 37.5%
Top 50% of class 73%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Long Island University C W Post Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 9,485 4,847 14,332
Accepted 8,823 4,456 13,279
Acceptance Rate 93% 92% 93%
Enrolled 667 440 1,107
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 8% 10% 8%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Long Island University C W Post Campus is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Long Island University C W Post Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Long Island University C W Post Campus Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Long Island University C W Post Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Long Island University C W Post Campus is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.36 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1220 and ACT of 26 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=192448 IPEDS survey data for Long Island University C W Post Campus.

Last updated February 24, 2024