Lees-McRae College: what international applicants need

What are Lees-McRae College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Lees-McRae College has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on May 1, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Lees-McRae College's acceptance rate?

76.8% for students who started in fall 2024: Lees-McRae College admitted 1,600 of its 2,084 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 Lees-McRae College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Lees-McRae College 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 Action deadline (December 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (May 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is March 6, 2027: scores on March 19, 2027, registration by February 19, 2027 (late registration February 23, 2027).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Lees-McRae College's application fee for international students?

Lees-McRae College's application fee is $25 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Lees-McRae College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College accept?

Lees-McRae College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

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

Does Lees-McRae College accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Lees-McRae College accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Lees-McRae College require?

Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Lees-McRae College 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 Lees-McRae College have?

43 of Lees-McRae College's 873 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 4.9%.

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

How much does Lees-McRae College cost for international students?

Lees-McRae College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $33,250, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $15,200. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $54,322 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