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Linfield University

Linfield University is a small, private institution located in McMinnville, or. Founded in 1858, Linfield University offers undergraduate degrees in 56 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 3
undergraduates 1,667 undergraduates
cost $49,417 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Linfield University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 88.7%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.6
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

June
30
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01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Linfield University is known for one of its top majors: Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. Their student-faculty ratio is 10:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
10 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Business and Management
Other
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Psychology, General
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Communication and Media Studies
Marketing
Finance and Financial Management Services
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $49,417
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,600
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,800
Cost of attendance* $66,817
Average financial aid package $40,185
Estimated cost $26,632 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $49,417
Additional expenses
Room & board $13,600
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $2,800
Cost of attendance* $66,817
Average financial aid package $40,185
Estimated cost $26,632 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

Student population

Who’s going to be there? Linfield University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,667, with gender binary students split 35% male and 65% female.

Total enrollment

1,727

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
57%
African American %
2%
Hispanic American %
21%
Asian %
5%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
1%
Multiracial %
7%
Unknown %
6%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Linfield University, students love their Hawaiian Club, student athletes compete in Division 3 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 900 SE Baker, McMinnville, OR 97128-6894
phone 503-883-2200
address https://www.linfield.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Hawaiian club

Linfield ultimate players association

Residence hall associations

International club

Outdoor club

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 3
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Linfield University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Linfield University?

Linfield University is located in McMinnville, or.

What is the acceptance rate at Linfield University? 

The acceptance rate for Linfield University is 89%.

What’s the average GPA for Linfield University?

The average high school GPA for Linfield University students was 3.6.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Linfield University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Linfield University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $267,268.

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