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Linfield Admission Requirements

McMinnville, Oregon

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Your chances of getting into Linfield University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

88.7%
Admission Difficulty for Linfield University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Linfield is 88.7%.  Its admission rate is the 14th lowest in Oregon.

Admission Selectivity

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

Linfield University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,882 out of the 2,122 who applied were admitted.

Linfield University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.71. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Linfield?

89% 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 Linfield University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.71 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1130 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT

Linfield GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.71

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Linfield University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Linfield are to have around a 3.71 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.71 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Linfield accepts 89% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Linfield is 3.71 on the 4.0 scale. 27% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Oregon for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Linfield 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 3.7 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 Linfield University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 27.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 22.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 8.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Linfield SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Linfield University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1050-1210

Applicants Submitting SAT 

83%
SAT Scores for Linfield University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 520
Composite 25th Percentile 1050
SAT Scores for Linfield University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 600
Composite 75th Percentile 1210
Average SAT Score 1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Linfield University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Linfield is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1050-1210. Students who get into Linfield University score in the top 51 percent of all SAT test takers..  Linfield ranks #11 in the state of Oregon for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Linfield regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1050 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1050, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 970, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Linfield University 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 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 1130, you have around a 89% chance of being admitted. A 1210 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Linfield University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1210 and Above Good >94%
1130 to 1210 Avg + 89%-94%
1050 to 1130 Avg - 81%-89%
970 to 1050 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 970 Low <69%
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Linfield ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

20-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

35%
ACT Scores for Linfield University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 20
ACT Scores for Linfield University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Linfield is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 27.  The school ranks #8 in Oregon for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

35 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Linfield University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Linfield University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

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 Linfield for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 89% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 27 ACT score.

Linfield University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >94%
23 to 27 Avg + 89%-94%
20 to 23 Avg - 82%-89%
17 to 20 Reach 73%-82%
Less than 17 Low <73%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Linfield University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,252 870 2,122
Accepted 1,122 760 1,882
Acceptance Rate 90% 87% 89%
Enrolled 233 147 380
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 19% 20%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

49

Applicants have 49 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Linfield University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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 Linfield University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Linfield University 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 3.71 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1130 and ACT of 23 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=209065 IPEDS survey data for Linfield University.

Last updated February 24, 2024