Lincoln Christian University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	574
Religious affiliation	Churches of Christ
Student to faculty ratio	12 to 1
Acceptance rate	64%
Students retention rate	64%
On-time graduation rate	46%

Located in Lincoln, Illinois, Lincoln Christian University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Lincoln Christian University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Lincoln Christian University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Lincoln Christian University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at Lincoln Christian University is reported to be 46%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Illinois state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 48% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at Lincoln Christian University is 64% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Illinois is 70%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Lincoln Christian University do not continue their studies after the first year.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2018 admitted students

63.5%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,520

Cost of attendance at Lincoln Christian University in 2022 for students from Illinois.

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Illinois's average	$13,029
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$14,520

Cost of attendance at Lincoln Christian University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Illinois's average	$19,104
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Lincoln Christian University received on average $10,399 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,399

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	23	40%	$5,013	$115,288
Other Federal Grant	51	88%	$3,546	$180,842
State Grant/Scholarships	19	33%	$4,777	$90,760
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	58	100%	$5,716	$331,522
Total Grant & Scholarships	58	100%	$10,399	$603,124

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Lincoln Christian University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Lincoln Christian University students is 46.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 73.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 32.2%.

46.1%

white 49.3% 36 students
International Students 50.0% 3 students

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)

Service Offerings

Lincoln Christian University provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Lincoln Christian University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families

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