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Lipscomb University

Lipscomb University is a medium, private institution located in Nashville, tn. Founded in 1891, Lipscomb University offers undergraduate degrees in 147 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 2,950 undergraduates
cost $37,152 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Lipscomb University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 71.1%
SAT score average 1275
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.75
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Lipscomb University is known for one of its top majors: Curriculum and Instruction. Their student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
13 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

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

Popular majors

Curriculum and Instruction
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Biology, General
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
Educational Administration and Supervision

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $37,152
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,036
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $4,000
Cost of attendance* $56,688
Average financial aid package $29,535
Estimated cost $27,153 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $37,152
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,036
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $4,000
Cost of attendance* $56,688
Average financial aid package $29,535
Estimated cost $27,153 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.

Scholarships from Lipscomb University

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Lipscomb University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,950, with gender binary students split 39% male and 61% female.

Total enrollment

4,796

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
43%
African American %
4%
Hispanic American %
8%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
41%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Lipscomb University, students love their Sigma Pi Beta, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map One University Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37204-3951
phone 615-966-1000
address https://www.lipscomb.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Sigma pi beta

Business fraternities

Multicultural association

Alpha phi chi men's service club

Pi kappa sigma women's service club

clubs
announcement

Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

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

Where is Lipscomb University?

Lipscomb University is located in Nashville, tn.

What is the acceptance rate at Lipscomb University? 

The acceptance rate for Lipscomb University is 71%.

What’s the average GPA for Lipscomb University?

The average high school GPA for Lipscomb University students was 3.75.

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

The estimated cost for 4 years at Lipscomb University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $226,752.

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