Texas Lutheran University: what international applicants need

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

Texas Lutheran University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on November 15, 2026 and Regular Decision on July 27, 2027.

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

What is Texas Lutheran University's acceptance rate?

95.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Texas Lutheran University admitted 2,207 of its 2,306 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 Texas Lutheran University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Texas Lutheran 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 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).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (July 27, 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 Texas Lutheran University's application fee for international students?

Texas Lutheran University's application fee is $100 for international applicants, while US applicants pay nothing.

Does Texas Lutheran University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. Texas Lutheran University accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does Texas Lutheran University accept?

Texas Lutheran University lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS 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 Texas Lutheran University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Texas Lutheran University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Texas Lutheran University require?

Texas Lutheran 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 Texas Lutheran University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Texas Lutheran University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Texas Lutheran University have?

6 of Texas Lutheran University's 1,319 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.5%.

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

How much does Texas Lutheran University cost for international students?

Texas Lutheran University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $36,230, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $12,350. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $53,230 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