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59.7%Acceptance
$54,202Tuition
1,782Students
70%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$61,825Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
59.7%
Average SAT
1,247
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,153–1,340
ACT Composite (avg)
29
Total Enrollment
1,782

Admissions Overview

Lake Forest College is moderately selective with a 59.72% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic qualifications have a decent shot at admission. Successful students typically score between 1153-1340 on the SAT or around 29 on the ACT. The middle 50% SAT range shows the college attracts solid academic performers without requiring strong test scores. Lake Forest seeks students who value close relationships with professors and want the liberal arts experience. The college particularly appeals to applicants interested in strong alumni connections and proximity to Chicago internships. Students who thrive here appreciate small class discussions and want to be known as individuals rather than numbers.