Lincoln Memorial University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Harrogate, Tennessee with 1,572 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $21,394 a year after grants and graduates 49% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Lincoln Memorial University acceptance rate and admissions
Lincoln Memorial University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 510 to 610, math 490 to 600). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Lincoln Memorial University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Lincoln Memorial University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Lincoln Memorial University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $27,368 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,566 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $42,631 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,394 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,394 a year after grants and scholarships, $21,237 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Lincoln Memorial University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Lincoln Memorial University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $59,630 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $20,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Lincoln Memorial University majors and what graduates earn
Lincoln Memorial University awarded bachelor's degrees in 28 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($79,561).
All 28 majors at Lincoln Memorial University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 98 | $66,618 | $79,561 | $15,000 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 27 | n/a | $58,231 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 5 | n/a | $40,508 | n/a |
| Biology | 15 | n/a | n/a | $22,627 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 12 | n/a | n/a | $21,500 |
| Psychology | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical lab science | 12 | $62,410 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Communication | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Data analytics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Lincoln Memorial University
30 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 30 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at Lincoln Memorial University
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Associate degree | 26 | n/a | n/a | $17,000 |
Students and location
- 1,572 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 71% women, 30% men
- 10 students for every faculty member
- Setting: distant town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lincoln Memorial University?
Lincoln Memorial University admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Lincoln Memorial University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $27,368. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,394 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Lincoln Memorial University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 510 to 610 in reading and writing and 490 to 600 in math, and 18 to 24 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Lincoln Memorial University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Lincoln Memorial University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Memorial University?
49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Lincoln Memorial University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $59,630 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.