Lindsey Wilson University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Columbia, Kentucky with 1,585 undergraduates. It has open admission, costs an average of $14,300 a year after grants and graduates 41% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Lindsey Wilson University acceptance rate and admissions
Lindsey Wilson University has open admission: it admits students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs, such as nursing or other health fields, can have their own entry requirements.
Lindsey Wilson University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $28,392 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,382 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $41,076 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,300 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,300 a year after grants and scholarships, $26,776 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):
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Lindsey Wilson University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 41% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $45,750 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $16,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Lindsey Wilson University majors and what graduates earn
Lindsey Wilson University awarded bachelor's degrees in 22 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($69,656).
All 22 majors at Lindsey Wilson University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 19 | $73,198 | $69,656 | $17,966 |
| Business administration | 60 | $41,981 | $59,415 | $21,557 |
| Biology | 12 | n/a | $52,009 | n/a |
| Human services | 114 | $37,777 | $42,004 | $14,343 |
| Criminal justice | 15 | $40,964 | $40,618 | $27,000 |
| Psychology | 27 | $33,477 | $39,969 | $19,406 |
| Communication | 24 | $31,198 | $39,686 | $23,144 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | 6 | n/a | $37,436 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 17 | $36,101 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Education | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Research and experimental psychology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 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 Lindsey Wilson University
4 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 4 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT and network administration | Master's | 622 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 218 | $49,493 | $43,000 |
| Business administration | Master's | 28 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Doctoral | 11 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,585 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
Is it hard to get into Lindsey Wilson University?
No. Lindsey Wilson University has open admission for students with a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have extra requirements.
How much does Lindsey Wilson University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $28,392. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,300 a year in 2024-25.
What is the graduation rate at Lindsey Wilson University?
41% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Lindsey Wilson University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $45,750 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.