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Lipscomb University
Nashville, TNPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Less Selective • 68% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Lipscomb University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Nashville, TN. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 3.0K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 68%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
3.0K (Medium)
Admissions Selectivity
68% (Less Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading590 - 700
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math570 - 680
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite23 - 30
1typical 50% range36
68%
Acceptance Rate
Less Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing19% of degrees
Health Sciences12% of degrees
Biological Sciences9% of degrees
Engineering6% of degrees
Social Sciences2% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $135,760
Earnings 5yr: $142,488
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $127,250
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $106,199
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $93,990
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $90,589
Earnings 5yr: $90,346
Debt: N/A
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,930
Earnings 5yr: $79,655
Debt: $23,732
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,751
Earnings 5yr: $81,972
Debt: $27,250
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $77,996
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,625
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,051
Earnings 5yr: $69,023
Debt: $26,623
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $73,891
Earnings 5yr: $76,220
Debt: N/A
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,213
Earnings 5yr: $49,525
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $65,590
Earnings 5yr: $60,844
Debt: N/A
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,350
Earnings 5yr: $56,696
Debt: N/A
Theological and Ministerial Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $64,190
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Special Education and Teaching.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $63,058
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $61,534
Earnings 5yr: $56,294
Debt: N/A
Human Resources Management and Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $61,167
Earnings 5yr: $63,033
Debt: $26,298
Curriculum and Instruction.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $59,936
Earnings 5yr: $60,811
Debt: N/A
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.
Credential: Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Earnings 4yr: $58,135
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $11,625
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $56,187
Earnings 5yr: $60,728
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$24,739
In-State Tuition$40,572
Out-of-State Tuition$40,572
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
24%
Pell Grants
29%
Take Loans
69%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$50,454
+10% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$55,541
Completion Signals
72%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
84%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$15,350
Est. Monthly Payment
$166/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
39%
Men61%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 39% men and 61% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
24%
Part-Time Share
4%
Avg Family Income
$72,032
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