Lycoming College: what international applicants need

What are Lycoming College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Lycoming College has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 15, 2026 and Early Action on December 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• 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 Lycoming College's acceptance rate?

74.1% for students who started in fall 2024: Lycoming College admitted 2,145 of its 2,896 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 Lycoming College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Lycoming College requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• 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 (November 15, 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).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Lycoming College?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 540–650 in Math and 540–650 in Reading and Writing (19% of them sent SAT scores).

• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Lycoming College's application fee for international students?

Lycoming College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Lycoming College accept?

Lycoming College lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, Duolingo English Test, and PTE Academic 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 Lycoming College accept the Duolingo English Test?

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

How many recommendation letters does Lycoming College require?

Lycoming College requires one teacher recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Lycoming College require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Lycoming College requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Lycoming College have?

35 of Lycoming College's 1,012 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3.5%.

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

How much does Lycoming College cost for international students?

Lycoming College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $50,029, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $14,612. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $68,111 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