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Life University

Marietta, GA · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

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Admission rate
93%
Average net price
$29,594
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
43%
Median earnings
$48,303
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Life University is a private nonprofit college in Marietta, GA with 893 undergraduates. It admits 93% of applicants, and admitted students average 1030 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $29,594 per year ($31,443 for families earning under $30,000). 43% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $48,303 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
93%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
404
Fall 2023
Admitted
379
Fall 2023
Yield
54%
of admitted students enrolled

Life University had fewer than 500 applicants, so its admission rate says little about how selective it is.

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing480–590
200800
SAT Math440–540
200800
ACT Composite17–20
136

What Life University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordNot considered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$42,321
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$15,441

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$31,443
  • $30–48k$26,466
  • $48–75k$24,677
  • $75–110k$26,776
  • $110k+$32,122

Get a personal estimate with Life University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
43%
Freshman retention
63%
Median earnings
$48,303
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,669
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
893
Student–faculty ratio
15:1
Receive Pell grants
44%
  • White28%
  • Hispanic18%
  • Black28%
  • Asian2%

Life University FAQ

What is Life University's acceptance rate?+

Life University admits 93% of applicants.

What SAT score do you need for Life University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 480–590 on SAT Reading and Writing and 440–540 on SAT Math; the average total is 1030.

What ACT score do you need for Life University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 17–20.

Is Life University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Life University?+

In Fall 2023, 404 students applied to Life University and 379 were admitted; 205 enrolled.

Does Life University consider legacy status?+

No. Life University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Life University require an essay?+

Life University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Life University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $42,321 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,594.

What is Life University's graduation rate?+

43% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

Data notes for Life University

  • Admission rate: Fewer than 500 applicants (or no applicant count), so the admission rate says little about selectivity. We do not label these colleges as selective.

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