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Pacific Lutheran University
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  • TACOMA, WA
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Pacific Lutheran University
#9 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
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    Pacific Lutheran University Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for PLU?

    PLU admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 86%. Students that get into PLU have an average SAT score between 1080-1290 or an average ACT score of 24-29. The regular admissions application deadline for PLU is rolling.
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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    86%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    Total Applicants
    3,305
    SAT Range
    1080-1290
    SAT Reading
    550-650
    SAT Math
    530-640
    Students Submitting SAT
    60%
    ACT Range
    24-29
    ACT English
    23-31
    ACT Math
    22-27
    ACT Writing
    Students Submitting ACT
    20%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Early Decision Deadline
    Early Action Deadline
    Offers Early Decision
    Offers Early Action
    Application Fee
    $0
    Application Website
    plu.edu/admission-first-year/apply
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    No

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Required
    • High School Rank
      Considered but not required
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Recommended
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Required
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