Historical Acceptance Rates

Lafayette College's overall acceptance rate has remained stable at 31.3% for both the application years 2023 and 2024, with 10,194 and 10,000 applicants respectively. The Early Action acceptance rate mirrors this overall figure at 31.3% for both years, while the Regular Decision rates are also consistent at 31.3%. In comparison, acceptance rates were higher in previous years, peaking at 38.8% in 2020 and gradually decreasing since then, indicating a trend toward increasing selectivity. Over the last five years, acceptance rates have dropped from 38.8% in 2020 to 31.3% in the most recent two application cycles.