Lipscomb University
Faith-based college · Nashville, TN · 2,997 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
68%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1160–1380
ACT (middle 50%)
23–30
Average net price
$23,178
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$56,348
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
71%
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 Lipscomb University?
Lipscomb University accepts about 68 of every 100 applicants (68%), 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 1160 and 1380 on the SAT. A score at or above 1380 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1160, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 23–30.
The latest federal data says Lipscomb 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 Lipscomb University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Lipscomb University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $56,348 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $23,178 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 $42,596 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$42,596
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$42,596
- Room & board$15,772
- Total cost of attendance$56,348
- Average net price after grants$23,178
Popular majors
Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Psychology.
Lipscomb University FAQ
- What is Lipscomb University's acceptance rate?
- 68% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Lipscomb University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1160–1380. Aim for 1380 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Lipscomb University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 23–30.
- Is Lipscomb University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Lipscomb 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 Lipscomb University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Lipscomb University cost?
- About $56,348 a year before aid; $23,178 on average after grants.
- What is Lipscomb University's FAFSA school code?
- 003486. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Lipscomb University receives your information.
- What is Lipscomb University's graduation rate?
- 71% of students finish within six years.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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