Lincoln Memorial University (LMU)
Private nonprofit four-year university in Harrogate, TN that costs an average of $21,394 a year after financial aid, admits 63% of applicants and graduates 49% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$21,394
Acceptance rate
63%
Graduation rate
49%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$59,630
Private nonprofitTown (distant)1,572 undergraduates
Cost of LMU
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $42,631 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $27,368 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $12,566 |
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| Average net price after aid | $21,394 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $23,748 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $15,671 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $19,467 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $23,435 |
| $110,001+ | $25,359 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with LMU's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 63% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,092 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 510–610 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 490–600 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 18–24 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 49% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 72% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $51,372 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $59,630 |
| Rank in Tennessee (earnings) | 11th of 42 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $20,000 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $227 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 44% |
| Students with federal loans | 50% |
Majors and programs at LMU
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (32)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 202 | $66,618 | $15,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | 19 | $62,410 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | 4 | — | — |
| Biology | 37 | — | $22,627 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 26 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 12 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | 4 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 12 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering | — | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 5 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 1 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 18 | — | — |
| Data Analytics | 1 | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology | 14 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 10 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | 10 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 2 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | — | — | — |
| History | 7 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 4 | — | — |
| Management Information Systems and Services | 1 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | — | — | — |
| Marketing | 17 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 7 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering | — | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 6 | — | — |
| Psychology | 24 | — | — |
| Social Work | 11 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 3 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 47 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 10 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 33 | — | $21,500 |
Associate's degree programs (6)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 162 | $64,557 | $20,000 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | 22 | $33,775 | — |
| Agriculture/Veterinary Preparatory Programs | — | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 2 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | 26 | — | $17,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 5 | — | — |
Master's degree programs (23)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 301 | $112,052 | $168,241 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 108 | $107,269 | $57,280 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 100 | $71,419 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 32 | $58,667 | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 46 | $47,096 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 24 | $45,233 | — |
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other | 38 | $29,517 | — |
| Animal Sciences | 9 | — | — |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other | 22 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | 3 | — | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | 17 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 14 | — | — |
| Data Analytics | 2 | — | — |
| Education, Other | — | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | 4 | — | — |
| Marketing | 13 | — | — |
| Psychology | 5 | — | — |
| Public Administration | 22 | — | — |
| Security Science and Technology | — | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 24 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 8 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | — | — | — |
| Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences | 51 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (8)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 51 | — | — |
| Biology | — | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 5 | — | — |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | 2 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 25 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 47 | — | — |
| Marketing | — | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 8 | — | — |
Professional degree programs (10)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | — | $183,625 | $70,993 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 225 | $113,834 | $290,691 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | — | $69,694 | $40,575 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | — | $67,894 | $20,500 |
| Medicine | 654 | $60,264 | $343,425 |
| Law | 199 | $56,845 | $135,978 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | — | — |
| Dentistry | — | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | — | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 114 | — | $203,715 |
Graduate certificate programs (6)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Sciences | 1 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 47 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 131 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 1 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | — | — | — |
Similar colleges in Tennessee
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel University | McKenzie | $13,267 | 60% | $49,011 |
| The University of the South | Sewanee | $31,931 | 57% | $72,175 |
| Union University | Jackson | $22,995 | 60% | $58,910 |
| Trevecca Nazarene University | Nashville | $19,828 | 69% | $56,862 |
| Carson-Newman University | Jefferson City | $18,130 | 90% | $51,756 |
| Rhodes College | Memphis | $28,776 | 50% | $79,506 |
| Freed-Hardeman University | Henderson | $22,036 | 60% | $48,969 |
| Cumberland University | Lebanon | $15,965 | 67% | $66,885 |
About LMU
| Type | Private nonprofit four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Harrogate, TN |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 1,572 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 10 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Website | lmunet.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is LMU's acceptance rate?
Lincoln Memorial University admits 63% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,092 on the SAT.
How much does LMU cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $42,631 a year (tuition and fees: $27,368). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $21,394 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $23,748.
How much do LMU graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $59,630 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 11th of 42 similar colleges in Tennessee. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($66,618 a year after graduation).
What is LMU's graduation rate?
49% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 72% of first-year students return for a second year.