LeTourneau University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4605 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1280 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1203 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #63 of 119 | In Texas |
| #4162 of 4,645 | For Education Majors |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Interdenominational
- Acceptance rate
- 38%
- Undergraduates
- 3,187
- Graduates
- 143
- Male:Female Ratio
- 53:47
- Control
- Private
not-for-profit - Highest Degree
- Master's degree
- Website
- letu.edu
LeTourneau University Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
LeTourneau University has an acceptance rate of 38% and is among the top 10% of the most difficult universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 38% | 40% | 36% |
| Applicants | 3,673 | 1,923 | 1,702 |
| Admissions | 1,396 | 766 | 616 |
| Freshmen enrolled full time | 300 | 196 | 104 |
| Freshmen enrolled part time | 11 | 3 | 8 |
662 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
1,292 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
SAT scores
Among admitted applicants
300 or 96%
submitted SAT
25% of them
had 990
or below
75% of them
had 1330
or below
Typical SAT scores of first-years in LeTourneau University are 990-1330 (middle 50% range).
ACT scores
Among admitted applicants
180 or 58%
submitted ACT
25% of them
had 21
or below
75% of them
had 30
or below
Typical ACT scores of first-years in LeTourneau University are 21-30 (middle 50% range).
Admissions requirements
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
|---|---|
| Secondary school record | Required |
| TOEFL | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Considered but not required |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered but not required |
| College-preparatory program | Neither required nor recommended |
| Other Tests | Neither required nor recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 1436 (43%) |
|---|---|
| White | 1209 (36%) |
| Hispanic | 318 (10%) |
| Black or African American | 111 (3%) |
| Two or more races | 104 (3%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 96 (3%) |
| Asian | 37 (1%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 8 (0.2%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The average net cost to attend LeTourneau University is $29,799 per year, calculated as the sum of the average cost of tuition, room and board, books, and supplies, reduced by the amount of average financial aid received.
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
Average costs by household income
| <$30K | $22,785 |
|---|---|
| $30-48K | $21,806 |
| $48-75K | $24,777 |
| $75-110K | $28,892 |
| $110K+ | $31,854 |
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $36,340 | $16,875 |
| Tuition in-state | $36,340 | $16,875 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $36,340 | $16,875 |
| Fee in-district | $820 | |
| Fee in-state | $820 | |
| Fee out-of-state | $820 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 1,128 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $11,120 |
LeTourneau University majors
LeTourneau University has granted 397 bachelor's degrees across 47 programs and 70 master's across 13 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at LeTourneau University.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aeronautics & Aviation & Aerospace Science and Technology, General | 1 | 53 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 51 | 2 | |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 26 | 14 | |
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 28 | ||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 13 | 13 | |
| Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering Technology & Technician | 24 | ||
| Mental Health Counseling & Counselor | 24 | ||
| Research and Experimental Psychology, Other | 19 | ||
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 16 | ||
| Civil Engineering, General | 12 | ||
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 11 | ||
| Management Science | 11 | ||
| Organizational Leadership | 11 | ||
| Computer Science | 9 | ||
| Cyber & Electronic Operations and Warfare | 9 | ||
| Finance, General | 9 | ||
| Metallurgical Engineering | 8 | 1 | |
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering | 7 | 1 | |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 8 | ||
| Computer Engineering, General | 8 | ||
| Mechanical & Mechanical Engineering Technology & Technician | 7 | ||
| Health & Health Care Administration & Management | 5 | 1 | |
| Information Science & Studies | 5 | ||
| Psychology, General | 5 | ||
| Accounting | 4 | ||
| Bible & Biblical Studies | 4 | ||
| Biomedical Sciences, General | 4 | ||
| Human Services, General | 4 | ||
| Marketing & Marketing Management, General | 4 | ||
| Chemistry, Other | 3 | ||
| Curriculum and Instruction | 3 | ||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | 3 | ||
| Engineering, General | 3 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 3 | ||
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering | 3 | ||
| Political Science and Government, Other | 3 | ||
| Aviation & Airway Management and Operations | 2 | ||
| Computer Software and Media Applications, Other | 2 | ||
| Education, General | 2 | ||
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 2 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | ||
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies & Technicians, Other | 2 | ||
| Sport and Fitness Administration & Management | 2 | ||
| Sports Communication | 2 | ||
| Theology & Theological Studies | 2 | ||
| Welding Engineering Technology & Technician | 2 | ||
| Airline & Commercial & Professional Pilot and Flight Crew | 1 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 1 | ||
| Clinical Psychology | 1 | ||
| Computer Engineering Technology & Technician | 1 | ||
| Counseling Psychology | 1 | ||
| Criminology | 1 | ||
| Engineering Physics & Applied Physics | 1 | ||
| Mass Communication & Media Studies | 1 | ||
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology & Technician | 1 | ||
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 16 | 397 | 70 |
LeTourneau University has a graduation rate of 59%, which is among the 40% highest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 59% | 58% | 59% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
LeTourneau University has published 434 scientific papers with 3,895 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Physics, Computer Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Political Science, and Law.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 2 | 1 |
| 1994 | 2 | 3 |
| 1995 | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 | 0 | 5 |
| 1997 | 7 | 2 |
| 1998 | 6 | 9 |
| 1999 | 4 | 16 |
| 2000 | 7 | 21 |
| 2001 | 2 | 14 |
| 2002 | 5 | 20 |
| 2003 | 3 | 27 |
| 2004 | 12 | 30 |
| 2005 | 15 | 33 |
| 2006 | 14 | 34 |
| 2007 | 8 | 43 |
| 2008 | 6 | 57 |
| 2009 | 11 | 64 |
| 2010 | 9 | 68 |
| 2011 | 10 | 81 |
| 2012 | 11 | 110 |
| 2013 | 12 | 97 |
| 2014 | 22 | 143 |
| 2015 | 29 | 166 |
| 2016 | 14 | 167 |
| 2017 | 20 | 206 |
| 2018 | 19 | 205 |
| 2019 | 22 | 260 |
| 2020 | 58 | 397 |
| 2021 | 16 | 385 |
| 2022 | 15 | 314 |
| 2023 | 16 | 313 |
| 2024 | 17 | 345 |
| 2025 | 11 | 252 |
Notable alumni
-
Franklin Graham
- Occupations
- missionarypastor
- Biography
-
William Franklin Graham III is an American evangelist and missionary in the evangelical movement. He frequently engages in Christian revival tours and political commentary. The son of Billy Graham, he is president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and of Samaritan's Purse, an international evangelical Christian humanitarian aid organization. Under his leadership, Samaritan's Purse has become a leading global Christian relief organization, providing emergency assistance in crisis zones worldwide, including large-scale responses in Ukraine, Pakistan, and other regions affected by conflict or natural disasters. Graham has been considered as one of the most influential and best-known evangelicals in America, leading one of the largest charitable organizations in the United States, with $1.111 billion in private donations.
General info
| Founded | 1946 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Faith brings us together. Ingenuity sets us apart. |
| Colors | blue, gold |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Total FTE staff | 389 |
| Carnegie classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Location and contacts
| Address | 2100 S Mobberly Ave Longview, Texas, 75602 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 82,000 |
| Phone | 9032333000 |