Linfield University
McMinnville, Oregon · Private
Linfield University admitted 84% of 2,522 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 65% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Linfield University
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Application deadlines
Linfield University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 10, 2026
- Regular decision
- May 1, 2027
The application is free. Linfield University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Linfield University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Linfield University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Linfield University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
Important
- GPA
- Essay
- Recommendations
Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.62 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $66,990 a year. After grants, students paid $31,462 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Linfield University’s acceptance rate?
Linfield University admitted 84% of applicants: 2,121 of 2,522 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Linfield University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 10, 2026 and regular decision is due May 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
How much is Linfield University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Linfield University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Linfield University asks for a midyear report from your school.
Does Linfield University have supplemental essays?
No. Linfield University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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