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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 

93.3%
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 93.3%.  Its admission rate is the 143rd 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, 16,259 out of the 17,423 who applied were admitted.

The school has difficult admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 34 percent on standardized admission tests. 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. 7% 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.

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 1210 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

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 #68 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

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Long Island University C W Post Campus. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 51% of students submitted SAT scores and 6% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1100-1320

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 660
Composite 75th Percentile 1320
Average SAT Score 1210

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 1210 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1100-1320. 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 #43 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1210 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 990, 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 "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1210 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 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 1210, you have around a 93% chance of being admitted. A 1320 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 
1320 and Above Good >96%
1210 to 1320 Avg + 93%-96%
1100 to 1210 Avg - 87%-93%
990 to 1100 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 990 Low <79%
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Long Island University-C W Post Campus ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

6%
ACT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 22
Math 25th Percentile 20
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Long Island University C W Post Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 32
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 27

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 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 31.  The school ranks #38 in New York and #246 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

6 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 "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 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 27 score has around 93% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 97% with a 31 ACT score.

Long Island University C W Post Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >97%
27 to 31 Avg + 93%-97%
24 to 27 Avg - 88%-93%
21 to 24 Reach 82%-88%
Less than 21 Low <82%
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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 12,633 4,790 17,423
Accepted 11,898 4,361 16,259
Acceptance Rate 94% 91% 93%
Enrolled 746 452 1,198
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 6% 10% 7%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 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 Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Recommended

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 1210 and ACT of 27 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.

FAQs

Does Long Island University C W Post Campus prefer SAT or ACT?

51% of students submit their SAT scores to Long Island University-C W Post Campus. 6% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Long Island University C W Post Campus?

93% of those who apply are granted admission to Long Island University-C W Post Campus. Admission competition is and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Long Island University C W Post Campus?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1100 and 1320. The average SAT score is 1210. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Long Island University C W Post Campus?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 31. The average ACT score is 27. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.