Lincoln University Description:
Located in Jefferson City, Missouri, Lincoln University is a comprehensive, public, historically black university. Students come from 36 states and over 30 countries. The school was founded in 1866 by Civil War soldiers and officers. Today students can choose from 50 undergraduate degree programs, and academics are supported by a 15 to 1 student / faculty ratio. Student life is active with over 50 clubs and organizations including a fraternity and sorority system. High achieving students should look into Lincoln's Honor's Program for access to small interdisciplinary classes as well as special research and travel opportunities. In athletics, the Lincoln University Blue Tigers compete in the NCAA Division II Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA). The schools fields five men's and six women's intercollegiate sports. The women's track team has had notable success in recent years.
Admissions Data (2011):
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: Lincoln University has open admissions. Students must have a high school diploma or GED diploma. Out-of-state applicants need a 2.0 or higher GPA. Students must also submit ACT or SAT.
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: - / -
- SAT Math: - / -
- SAT Writing: - / -
- ACT Composite: - / -
- ACT English: - / -
- ACT Math: - / -
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 3,349 (3,159 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 40% Male / 60% Female
- 68% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $6,478 (in-state); $11,965 (out-of-state)
- Books: $1,000 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $5,271
- Other Expenses: $3,051
- Total Cost: $15,800 (in-state); $21,287 (out-of-state)
Lincoln University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 94%
- Lincoln University Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 83%
- Loans: 76%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $5,710
- Loans: $6,587
Most Popular Majors:
Agriculture, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Elementary Education, Liberal Studies
Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 52%
- Transfer Out Rate: 23%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 10%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 25%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Lincoln University Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.lincolnu.edu/web/about-lincoln/mission-statement1
Lincoln University of Missouri is a historically black, 1890 land-grant, public, comprehensive institution that provides excellent educational opportunities including theoretical and applied learning experiences to a diverse population within a nurturing, student-centered environment.
