International Students

Most students applying to the College have taken a college preparatory curriculum. We look at your transcript within the context of your high school, knowing that all schools offer different academic programs. You can receive college credit for both AP and IB classes based on exam scores (review our AP/IB credit score requirements for more information).

Interviews are required if you apply test-optional. A member of our admissions team may reach out to you to schedule an interview as a way to evaluate your English proficiency.

Applicants from China are welcome to submit a Vericant interview. This service provides the opportunity to talk personally with an interviewer in China. The conversation will be recorded and can be reviewed by the Lake Forest Admissions Office.

We require a letter of recommendation (in English) from a teacher or a college counselor. While we only require one recommendation, we recommend submitting a letter from both a teacher and a college counselor as it will provide us with a more complete picture of you.

Submit one of the following official score reports:

• TOEFL score with a minimum TOEFL score of 90
• IELTS score with a minimum 6.5 composite
• Duolingo English Test (DET) score of a minimum 120

 SAT or ACT scores are optional. We require official scores or a screenshot that can be emailed to your counselor.

Our SAT Code is 1392 and the ACT Code 1054.

The CSS Profile is required for all non-US citizens who would like to be considered for need based aid.

First-Year Student Admissions Deadlines

International students that are currently attending school in the U.S. on a F-1 visa can follow the First-Year deadlines and Transfer deadlines in the tables above. International students that do not live in the U.S. and will need a new F-1 visa to study in the U.S. should follow the deadlines below: