Short answer: the middle 50% of first-year students who enrolled at Lehigh University scored about 1370 to 1500 on the SAT, with an average of 1440. That means a quarter of enrolled first-years scored 1370 or lower and a quarter scored 1500 or higher. These numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Lehigh at a glance
SAT middle 50%: 1370 to 1500 | Average: 1440
Reading and Writing: 680 to 730 | Math: 690 to 770
ACT middle 50%: 31 to 34
Admission rate: 25.9%
Lehigh SAT scores by section
| Section | 25th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|
| Reading and Writing | 680 | 730 |
| Math | 690 | 770 |
| Total (sum of sections) | 1370 | 1500 |
The total row adds the two section numbers, so treat it as a close estimate, not an exact percentile of total scores. For comparison, the average SAT score for the class of 2026 was 1045 (528 Reading and Writing, 517 Math), according to College Board.
Does Lehigh require the SAT?
No. Lehigh says it is test-optional and has extended the policy indefinitely, for first-year and transfer applicants. Lehigh says applicants without scores are not at any disadvantage.
- Superscoring: if you send scores from several dates, Lehigh uses your highest results.
- How to send: official reports, or self-report through the Common App, Coalition with Scoir, or email. Enrolling students send official scores before classes start.
- Only if you ask: Lehigh considers scores only if you say you want them considered.
- SAT code: 2365.
Lehigh’s 2025 to 2026 Common Data Set lists the Math SAT for students who sent scores at 690 (25th percentile), 720 (median) and 760 (75th percentile), close to the College Scorecard numbers above.
What SAT score should you aim for?
Lehigh’s middle 50% is about 1370 to 1500 among students who sent scores. Send your score if it is 1370 or higher. At 1500 or higher, it is in the top quarter.
Lehigh’s Math range (690 to 770) runs higher than Reading and Writing (680 to 730). If you plan an engineering major, a Math score of 720 or more, Lehigh’s median, is a good target.
Where do you stand against Lehigh’s range?
Take a free full-length practice test and compare your section scores to 730 (Reading and Writing) and 770 (Math).
How to close the gap
- Find your weaker section by comparing each score to Lehigh’s 75th percentile above.
- Practice at the top difficulty level. Scores in this range come from getting the hardest questions right. Try these hard SAT math questions and this hard SAT English practice test.
- Drill your weak skills in Targeted Practice.
- Compare schools with similar ranges in the College Finder.
Frequently asked questions
What SAT score do you need for Lehigh?
There is no cutoff, but the middle 50% of enrolled first-year students scored about 1370 to 1500.
What is the average SAT score at Lehigh?
College Scorecard lists an average of 1440.
Does Lehigh require the SAT?
No. Lehigh is test-optional indefinitely, considers scores only if you ask it to, and superscores.
Sources
- U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard: Lehigh University (latest admissions data, accessed October 2026).
- Lehigh Admissions, Admissions Requirements.
- Lehigh Institutional Data, Common Data Set 2025-2026.
- College Board Newsroom, Class of 2026 SAT results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What SAT score do you need for Lehigh?
There is no cutoff, but the middle 50% of enrolled first-year students scored about 1370 to 1500.
What is the average SAT score at Lehigh?
College Scorecard lists an average of 1440.
Does Lehigh require the SAT?
No. Lehigh is test-optional indefinitely, considers scores only if you ask it to, and superscores.