Lincoln University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Lincoln University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Lincoln University is a small public university located on a suburban campus in Lincoln University, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,717, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 78%. The university offers 35 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 52%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $8,900, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $14,852.
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- #6 Ranked in Best HBCUs for Health Science Majors
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile870-1050
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
1%
Unknown
2%
Black
77%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
71% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
0
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.% online, % on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,900 | $14,852 |
| Graduate | $10,106 | $17,636 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,597 |
| On-campus room and board | $11,314 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,265 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $7,820 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,416 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,416 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $25,076 | $31,028 |
| Off-campus without family | $22,733 | $28,685 |
| Off-campus with family | $14,913 | $20,865 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
71%
State Grant Aid
21%
Institution Grant Aid
97%
Pell Grant
71%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$28k
Average student debtafter graduation
$27k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 9 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 16 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 17 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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