International applicants · 2026–27
Lenoir-Rhyne University: what international applicants need
Hickory, North Carolina
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The questions international applicants ask
What are Lenoir-Rhyne University's application deadlines for 2026–27?
Lenoir-Rhyne University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.
What is Lenoir-Rhyne University's acceptance rate?
84.6% for students who started in fall 2024: Lenoir-Rhyne University admitted 3,101 of its 3,666 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 Lenoir-Rhyne University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?
No. Lenoir-Rhyne 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.
How much is Lenoir-Rhyne University's application fee for international students?
Lenoir-Rhyne University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.
Which English tests does Lenoir-Rhyne University accept?
Lenoir-Rhyne University lists the TOEFL iBT 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 Lenoir-Rhyne University accept the Duolingo English Test?
Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Lenoir-Rhyne University accepts for 2026–27.
How many recommendation letters does Lenoir-Rhyne University require?
Lenoir-Rhyne 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 Lenoir-Rhyne University require the Common App personal essay?
No. Lenoir-Rhyne 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 Lenoir-Rhyne University have?
109 of Lenoir-Rhyne University's 1,472 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 7.4%.
- US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source
How much does Lenoir-Rhyne University cost for international students?
Lenoir-Rhyne University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $31,900, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,400. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $49,910 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
Every requirement, in one place
Deadlines
- Rolling admission: apply as early as you can.
- Application fee
- $0International applicantsUS applicants: $0
- Common App fee waiver
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- SAT / ACT
- OptionalThis is the policy for American applicants. It can differ for international students: check the testing page.
- English proficiency tests accepted
- Duolingo, TOEFL
- Letters and school reports
- No recommendation letters required
- Also required
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