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Lipscomb University

Nashville, TN · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Admission rate
68%
Accessible
Average net price
$23,178
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
71%
Median earnings
$62,332
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Lipscomb University is a private nonprofit college in Nashville, TN with 2,997 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants, and admitted students average 1256 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $23,178 per year ($19,303 for families earning under $30,000). 71% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $62,332 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
68%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,244
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,828
Fall 2023
Yield
25%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing590–700
200800
SAT Math570–680
200800
ACT Composite23–30
136

What Lipscomb University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$56,348
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$42,596

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$19,303
  • $30–48k$18,287
  • $48–75k$19,827
  • $75–110k$23,834
  • $110k+$29,950

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
71%
Freshman retention
84%
Median earnings
$62,332
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$18,750
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,997
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White66%
  • Hispanic14%
  • Black7%
  • Asian3%

Lipscomb University FAQ

What is Lipscomb University's acceptance rate?+

Lipscomb University admits 68% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Lipscomb University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 590–700 on SAT Reading and Writing and 570–680 on SAT Math; the average total is 1256.

What ACT score do you need for Lipscomb University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 23–30.

Is Lipscomb University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Lipscomb University?+

In Fall 2023, 4,244 students applied to Lipscomb University and 2,828 were admitted; 711 enrolled.

Does Lipscomb University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Lipscomb University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Lipscomb University require an essay?+

Lipscomb University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Lipscomb University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $56,348 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,178.

What is Lipscomb University's graduation rate?+

71% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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