Lindenwood University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Medium
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	2,658
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	75%
Students retention rate	78%
On-time graduation rate	53%

Located in Saint Charles, Missouri, Lindenwood is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Lindenwood 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 13-to-1, Lindenwood emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Lindenwood boasts an impressive student retention rate of 78% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 72% and 74%, respectively.

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

Fall 2021 admitted students

74.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$18,640

Cost of attendance at Lindenwood University in 2022 for students from Missouri.

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

Missouri's average	$9,083
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$18,640

Cost of attendance at Lindenwood 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.

Missouri's average	$19,257
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Lindenwood University received on average $13,463 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.

$13,463

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	202	30%	$4,931	$996,086
Other Federal Grant	202	30%	$5,766	$1,164,652
State Grant/Scholarships	166	25%	$1,904	$316,000
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	661	98%	$11,345	$7,499,280
Total Grant & Scholarships	667	99%	$13,463	$8,979,932

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Lindenwood 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 Lindenwood University students is 53.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 57.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 47.7%.

53.1%

asian 83.3% 5 students
African American 41.8% 41 students
white 58.2% 379 students
unknown 42.3% 80 students
hawaiian 33.3% 3 students
hispanic 48.2% 27 students
International Students 57.5% 104 students
Mixed Race 31.8% 7 students

Sport Conferences

Football Great Lakes Valley Conference
Baseball Great Lakes Valley Conference
Basketball Great Lakes Valley Conference
Track and Cross Country Great Lakes Valley Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Lindenwood 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

Lindenwood 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
Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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