Lincoln University
Historically Black college or university · Lincoln University, PA · 1,539 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
66%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
820–960
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$13,517
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$29,069
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
45%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Lincoln University?
Lincoln University accepts about 66 of every 100 applicants (66%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 820 and 960 on the SAT. A score at or above 960 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 820, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Lincoln University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lincoln University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Lincoln University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $29,069 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $13,517 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $20,358 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$13,144
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$20,358
- Room & board$12,198
- Total cost of attendance$29,069
- Average net price after grants$13,517
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Public Administration & Social Work, Business, Psychology, Communications.
Lincoln University FAQ
- What is Lincoln University's acceptance rate?
- 66% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Lincoln University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 820–960. Aim for 960 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Lincoln University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Lincoln University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Lincoln University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Lincoln University cost?
- About $29,069 a year before aid; $13,517 on average after grants.
- What is Lincoln University's FAFSA school code?
- 003290. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Lincoln University receives your information.
- What is Lincoln University's graduation rate?
- 45% of students finish within six years.
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