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Lincoln University, Missouri

Jefferson City, MO

Public

Comprehensive

Website

Lincoln University, located in Jefferson City, Missouri, is a historically black public land-grant university. It was founded by the soldiers of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry Regiments after the Civil War.
1,799
Students
Unknown
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,707
Classification
Comprehensive
Type
Public, State
Religious Affiliation
None
The university's creation was driven by the vision to provide educational opportunities for African Americans and has since evolved to offer a diverse range of academic programs. Lincoln University is renowned for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, nurturing a vibrant and supportive campus community. The university stands as a testament to resilience and progress, carrying forward a legacy of excellence in education. Its picturesque campus and dedicated faculty provide students with an enriching learning environment, preparing them for successful futures.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Lincoln University, Missouri?

Unknown acceptance rate
Unknown
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
881
Testing
Test Required
Average High School GPA
2.91
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors Lincoln University, Missouri considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Standardized Test Scores

Financials

See what it costs to attend Lincoln University, Missouri.

$ 17,135
In-state list price
$ 24,727
Out-of-state list price
$ 12,673
Average net price
$ 17,135
Merit Price™
No Merit
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Lincoln University, Missouri?

Town
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Weather
Sunny days
Cloudy
Average winter temp
37°
Average summer temp
74°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Lincoln University, Missouri.

15:1
Student to faculty ratio
10%
4-year grad rate
22%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Lincoln Missouri are:

  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
  • Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General

Demographics

Who attends Lincoln University, Missouri?

29
States represented
23
Countries represented
No
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
1,799
Women
57%
Men
43%

Housing

What's it like living at Lincoln University, Missouri?

$8,198
Room & Board
47
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Lincoln University, Missouri?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 2.91.

How much does Lincoln University, Missouri cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $17,135 to attend Lincoln Missouri.

How many people attend Lincoln University, Missouri?

1,799 people attend Lincoln Missouri. 1,707 are undergraduate students and 92 are graduate students.

Where is Lincoln University, Missouri located?

Lincoln University, Missouri is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Lincoln University, Missouri with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 33% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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