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Chances of getting into Linfield University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
85%
Admission Difficulty for Linfield University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Very Low 
How hard is it to get into Linfield and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Linfield is 85%.  It ranks #12 in Oregon for lowest rate of acceptance. Linfield University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 1,850 out of 2,187 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 50 percent on standardized admission tests. Linfield University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.71. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Linfield University.

Linfield SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

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

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Linfield University is a test optional school meaning applicants are not required to submit SAT scores with their application. The position on SAT scores from the school is "neither required nor recommended".

Students who get into Linfield University score in the top 51 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1050-1210.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Linfield University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1210 and Above Good >92%
1130 to 1210 Avg + 85%-92%
1050 to 1130 Avg - 75%-85%
970 to 1050 Reach 61%-75%
Less than 970 Low <61%
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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
ACT Reading 25th 18
ACT Math 25th 18
ACT Composite 25th 20
ACT Scores for Linfield University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 25
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 27
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Linfield University is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "neither required nor recommended".

Linfield regularly accepts students who score 20 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 49 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 20-27.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Linfield University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >92%
23 to 27 Avg + 85%-92%
20 to 23 Avg - 77%-85%
17 to 20 Reach 65%-77%
Less than 17 Low <65%
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Linfield GPA

Estimated 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?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Linfield. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Linfield University was 3.71 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #6 in Oregon for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.71 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Linfield accepts 85% of all applicants.

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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

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Applying

Admission Statistics

Linfield University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,330 857 2,187
Accepted 1,179 671 1,850
Acceptance Rate 89% 78% 85%
Enrolled 196 119 315
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 18% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

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 Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Considered but not required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Linfield University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes
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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.

FAQs

Does Linfield University prefer SAT or ACT?

83% of students submit their SAT scores to Linfield. 35% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Linfield University?

85% of those who apply are granted admission to Linfield. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Linfield University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1050 and 1210. 83% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Linfield University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 27. 35% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.