Texas Lutheran University
Seguin, Texas · Private
Texas Lutheran University admitted 63% of 2,630 applicants (Common Data Set 2021-2022). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1040–1170 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 55% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2021-2022, so some numbers may be out of date.
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Application deadlines
Texas Lutheran University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- July 27, 2027
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($100 for international applicants), and Texas Lutheran University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only. Texas Lutheran University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Texas Lutheran University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Texas Lutheran University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Texas Lutheran University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
- Character
Important
- Interview
- Showing interest
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Race or ethnicity
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.90 GPA. 15% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $51,450 a year. After grants, students paid $23,600 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Texas Lutheran University’s acceptance rate?
Texas Lutheran University admitted 63% of applicants: 1,655 of 2,630 (Common Data Set 2021-2022).
When is Texas Lutheran University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due July 27, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Texas Lutheran University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1040 to 1170, with a median around 1105. A score at or above 1105 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Texas Lutheran University’s application fee?
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($100 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and Texas Lutheran University accepts the Common App fee waiver for U.S. applicants only.
What does Texas Lutheran University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Texas Lutheran University asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does Texas Lutheran University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Texas Lutheran University asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (answer both, up to 250 words each). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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