La Sierra University: what international applicants need

What are La Sierra University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

La Sierra University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on January 1, 2027 and Regular Decision on July 26, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is La Sierra University's acceptance rate?

91.5% for students who started in fall 2024: La Sierra University admitted 1,754 of its 1,917 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does La Sierra University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. La Sierra University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (January 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 26, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is June 5, 2027: scores on June 21, 2027, registration by May 21, 2027 (late registration May 25, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is La Sierra University's application fee for international students?

La Sierra University's application fee is $75 for international applicants: $50 more than the $25 US applicants pay.

Does La Sierra University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. La Sierra University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does La Sierra University accept?

La Sierra University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does La Sierra University require?

La Sierra University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does La Sierra University require the Common App personal essay?

No. La Sierra University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does La Sierra University have?

80 of La Sierra University's 1,226 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 6.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does La Sierra University cost for international students?

La Sierra University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $37,710, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,431. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $56,649 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source