Linfield University: what international applicants need

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

Linfield University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 10, 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 Linfield University's acceptance rate?

85.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Linfield University admitted 2,239 of its 2,629 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 Linfield University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Linfield 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 Action deadline (November 10, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 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 Linfield University's application fee for international students?

Linfield University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Linfield University accept?

Linfield 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 Linfield University require?

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

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• 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 Linfield University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Linfield 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 Linfield University have?

22 of Linfield University's 1,652 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.3%.

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

How much does Linfield University cost for international students?

Linfield University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $50,850, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,640. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $69,090 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

Does Linfield University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Linfield University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 9 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source