United States · Easton, PA
Lafayette College
LAC with strong engineering and econ.
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Admission at Lafayette College
Lafayette College admits about 31% of applicants, which makes it selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. A strong transcript with rigor in your intended field and specific, personal essays put a well-prepared applicant in range.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Lafayette College supplemental essays, 2026-27
- Why Lafayette? (optional)20-200 words
Why Lafayette? Students identify Lafayette as an excellent fit for countless reasons. In your response, be deliberate and specific about your motivation for applying to Lafayette. Why do you see yourself at Lafayette?
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
Strong for
Engineering · Economics · Liberal Arts
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on lafayette.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.