Lincoln Christian University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Lincoln Christian University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Lincoln Christian University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Lincoln, Illinois. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 287, and admissions are selective. The university offers 15 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $14,520.
Rankings
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- #9 Ranked in Best Online Bible Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
64% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
46% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
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 Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
537
Students enrolled
44%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
79%
Unknown
1%
Black
8%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
40% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
9
Total Online Enrollment
234
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.44% online, 56% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
69% On-campus
31% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate33% online
Bachelor's33% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's30% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
88%
State Grant Aid
33%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
40%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$28k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 6 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 7 | Psychology. | |||
| 8 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 9 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.