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Lipscomb University
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  • 4 Year
  • NASHVILLE, TN

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5.20.2024

Lipscomb Decision Day may have come and gone, but if Lipscomb is the right place for you, we want you here! If you've already been admitted, take the next step and confirm your enrollment today! If you want to apply, there's still time to submit your application for Fall 2024. Learn More

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grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade A minus
  2. Value
    grade B
  3. Diversity
    grade A minus
  4. Campus
    grade A minus
  5. Athletics
    grade A minus
  6. Party Scene
    grade C minus
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade A
  9. Dorms
    grade A
  10. Campus Food
    grade B+
  11. Student Life
    grade A
  12. Safety
    grade A

About

ONE UNIVERSITY PARK DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37204
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Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Atlantic Sun Conference

From Lipscomb University

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Lipscomb University is comprised of more than 4,600 students from 45+ countries and nearly every state. Choose from 200+ areas of study in close-knit classroom settings with an average of 14 students per professor.

Lipscomb is committed to providing exceptional academics with a foundation in the Christian faith interwoven throughout your entire college experience - from nationally-ranked business and nursing programs to NCAA Division I athletics. Committed to helping students develop into responsible global citizens, Lipscomb offers some of the most unique travel and learning opportunities around.

When you become a Bison, you will join an authentic Christian community prepared to invest in you so that you can further invest in the world around you.

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Lipscomb University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
71%
SAT Range
1130-1320
ACT Range
23-30
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$27,937 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$24,404 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
8:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
90%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 61 responses
72%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 79 responses
67%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 79 responses

Majors

Animation at Lipscomb University

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In this selective program, you can learn the foundations and practice of animation, from character design to top-end computer graphics and 3D graphics. You'll grow your creative skills under some of the most prominent animators in the U.S., including Tom Bancroft and John Pomeroy. We also plan trips to LA and Florence, Italy, for animation conventions and internship experiences.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
10
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
1
Online Associates Programs
5
Online Bachelor's Programs
4
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    43%
  • On Campus
    52%
  • Online
    5%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
2,761 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
191
Undergrads Over 25
9%
Pell Grant
26%
Varsity Athletes
9%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 62 responses
  • Friendly
    66%
  • Outgoing
    8%
  • Hypocrite
    6%
  • Live in a bubble
    6%
  • Preppy
    5%
  • Scholastic
    5%
  • Academic
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
78%
Poll
56%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 89 responses
Poll
57%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 93 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 60 responses
  • Christian
    47%
  • A place to grow
    22%
  • Community
    17%
  • Friendly
    12%
  • dont want to return
    2%
  • Innovative
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$43,200 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
69%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 35 responses

Lipscomb University Reviews

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