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About LeTourneau University

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LeTourneau University is a private university in Longview, TX, known for its christian engineering focus, small private university, and masters programs. With an acceptance rate of 49%, LETU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 314 students each year. LETU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1120–1380, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. LETU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,889 per year; the sticker price of $47,986 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

LeTourneau University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

49%
Overall Accept Rate
1250
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1120 – 1380 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to LeTourneau University

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Essay Strategy
LeTourneau explicitly integrates Christian faith with engineering, aviation, business, and other technical fields, so your essays should show how your faith and your technical or professional interests connect, not just one or the other.
Application Strategy
LeTourneau is known for its hands-on engineering programs where students build real projects starting freshman year, so if you are applying to engineering or a technical major, mention specific projects or builds you have done and explain why that maker culture appeals to you.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What LeTourneau University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$48k/yr$22.8k
30k-48k~$48k/yr$21.8k
48k-75k~$48k/yr$24.8k
75k-110k~$48k/yr$28.9k
110k+~$48k/yr$31.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$51k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,994
Undergrad Enrollment
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