Lycoming College

If you are planning on applying to Lycoming College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Lycoming College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Lycoming College's admissions stats.

Lycoming College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	23%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	37%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
Waitlist	Yes

Lycoming College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Lycoming College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 15	December 1
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15

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Want to Apply Early to Lycoming College?

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Lycoming College offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 1.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Lycoming College will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Lycoming College is 88%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 75%. In 2022, Lycoming College admitted 7 of the 8 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early because they hope it will help their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Lycoming College Admissions

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Transferring to Lycoming College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Lycoming College

Lycoming College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Lycoming College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Lycoming College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Lycoming College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Lycoming College for more information on admission factors.

Lycoming College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Lycoming College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Lycoming College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		2.3
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Lycoming College?

Students admitted to Lycoming College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 72% submitted a class rank. At Lycoming College 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Lycoming College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	17%
3.75 and 3.99	21%
3.50 and 3.74	29%
3.25 and 3.49	16%
3.00 and 3.24	9%
2.50 and 2.9	7%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Lycoming College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Lycoming College considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Lycoming College is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 37% of Lycoming College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Lycoming College?

To be competitive with other Lycoming College applicants, you should aim to earn between 1080 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Lycoming College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Lycoming College students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Lycoming College students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Lycoming College?

To be most competitive at Lycoming College, you should strive to earn between 23 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Lycoming College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Lycoming College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Lycoming College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Lycoming College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Lycoming College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Lycoming College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Lycoming College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Lycoming College.

Does Lycoming College accept transfer credits?

✅ Lycoming College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Lycoming College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Lycoming College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Lycoming College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Lycoming College?

❌ No, Lycoming College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Lycoming College's acceptance rate?

✅ Lycoming College has an acceptance rate of 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Lycoming College?

✅ Lycoming College's early decision acceptance rate was 88% in 2021.

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