Lakeland University Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

What does it take to get in to Lakeland University? Lakeland is a test-optional institution that prides itself on taking a holistic approach when considering an applicant for admission. While students can elect whether or not their test scores play a role in the admissions process, we understand there are inherent flaws in trying to summarize your academic potential in a single exam. We seek the student who wants to learn and be a member of a community that specializes in individual attention, both academic and interpersonal.

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Step Into Your Future

  1. Apply for admission. The admissions application is free and easy. 
  2. Submit your transcripts. Talk with your school counseling office or request your transcript from your school’s website. ACT and SAT scores are OPTIONAL for admission. Note: students who are admitted without test scores are still eligible for our full range of merit scholarships. 
  3. Visit campus in-person or virtually! Whether you’re from far way or down the road, we have many options for you to experience our tight-knit community. Individualized in-person and virtual visit options are available, as well as virtual group events throughout the year.
  4. Estimate your financial aid eligibility. Use our Net Price Calculator and discover how affordable a quality education at Lakeland University can be. Lakeland will never charge more than your calculator estimate, as long as the information matches your completed FAFSA and you opt into sharing your Net Price Calculator results with Lakeland University. In some cases, you may even pay less.
  5. Apply for financial aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and list Lakeland University as a receiving institution. Lakeland’s school code is 003854. 
  6. Apply for scholarships. View all of the scholarships Lakeland has to offer and apply today! 

Undergraduate Admissions

Be a Muskie

Lakeland University accepts students on a continuing basis throughout the year. To maximize your housing selection and financial aid package, we suggest you apply early in your senior year of high school. We recommend the following high school units of college preparatory work:

English: 4 years

Math: 3-4 years

Natural Sciences: 3 years

Social Studies: 2 years

Foreign Languages: 2 years

Any additional courses in college preparatory areas

Test-Optional Admissions Policy

Lakeland is a proud test-optional institution. Test scores are no longer required to gain admission or earn any level of merit scholarship we offer. If you have questions about what this policy means for your application, please contact us to get in touch with an admissions counselor - Admissions@Lakeland.edu or 920-565-1022.

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Innovative Education

Lakeland is an innovative university that works with students to turn their goals into reality.

We value hard work, and our award-winning Cooperative Education program is providing a new way for students to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Our flexible learning options give students the freedom to: 

  • Work
  • Participate in athletics and clubs/organizations
  • Create lifelong relationships

Innovation is nothing new for LU. Since our founding in 1862, we have been a leader in finding ways to help students make their dreams come true.

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An application form is available online for free, or you may contact the admissions office to have application materials sent. In addition to the free application, you must also submit official high school transcripts and may optionally submit ACT and SAT scores. Upon receipt of both items, your admissions file will be complete and ready for review.

For more information or to speak with an admissions representative about the details of your application, feel free to contact any of our admissions counselors. They are more than happy to walk you through the admissions process.

Have a question about undergraduate admissions? Please fill out this form and one of our admissions members will be in contact with you.

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