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Pacific Lutheran University Score Requirements
Pacific Lutheran University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 79 and an IELTS score of 6.5 for undergraduate admissions, with both averages matching their respective minimums. The average SAT score is 1325, with a 25th percentile of 990 and a 75th percentile of 1285. The average ACT score is 28, though percentile data is not provided. For GPA, the unweighted average is 3.66, while the college accepts Duolingo scores with an average of 105. The university allows super scoring and is test-optional.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
Pacific Lutheran University reports an unweighted GPA average of 3.66 for undergraduate admissions. There are no disclosed figures for the weighted GPA average or its 25th and 75th percentiles. This indicates a solid academic performance among admitted students based on the available data.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
990-1285
Average: 1325
Submitting SAT: 7%
Math: 520-630
Reading: 540-660
Pacific Lutheran University has an average SAT score of 1325, with a 25th percentile score of 990 and a 75th percentile score of 1285. The SAT Math scores range from a 25th percentile of 520 to a 75th percentile of 630, and the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) scores range from a 25th percentile of 540 to a 75th percentile of 660. Notably, 7% of students submitted SAT scores for consideration in the admissions process.
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Average: 28
Submitting ACT: 4%
Math: -
English: -
Reading: -
Science: -
Pacific Lutheran University has an average ACT score of 28 for admitted students. The university reports that only 4% of students submitted ACT scores as part of their application. However, specific data on the 25th and 75th percentiles for the overall score and individual components such as math, English, reading, and science are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
79-79
Average: 79
Minimum: 79
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
Pacific Lutheran University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 79 for admission. The average TOEFL score among admitted students is also 79, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 79. Data on individual component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing is not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
Pacific Lutheran University allows superscoring for undergraduate admissions. This means that the university considers the highest section scores across multiple test dates to create a new composite score, potentially enhancing an applicant's overall score. This policy may benefit students who showcase consistent improvement or strong individual section scores over time.
More DetailsTest Optional
Self-Reporting Allowed
Pacific Lutheran University is test optional, allowing applicants to decide whether to submit standardized test scores. The university permits self-reporting of scores, meaning students can provide their test results without the need for official documentation initially. Currently, 7% of applicants choose to submit SAT scores, while 4% submit ACT scores; the combined total of 11% indicates some students may be submitting both tests.
More DetailsIB Requirements
28-36
Average: 37
Pacific Lutheran University considers an average IB score of 37 for admissions. The 25th percentile is at 28, while the 75th percentile reaches 36. Recommended higher-level subjects include English A (Language & Literature), Biology, Psychology, and History, with standard-level recommendations of Math AA, Business and Management, and Visual Arts.
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