Public4-year
Lincoln University
Jefferson City, Missouri · Official Website ↗
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#3658
National
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#84
MO Rank
Overall Score
N/A
Accept Rate
22%
Grad Rate (6yr)
1.7K
Students
$7,370
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
43/100
Composite Score
#3658 nationally · #84 in MO
Student Outcomes
30%22/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%50/100
Academic Profile
15%50/100
Program Breadth
10%60/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About Lincoln University
Lincoln University is a public four-year university located in Jefferson City, Missouri. It is ranked #3658 nationally and #84 in Missouri by our composite scoring methodology. Lincoln University has a test-optional admissions policy. It enrolls approximately 1,707 students with a six-year graduation rate of 22%, with costs below the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
N/A
In-State Tuition
$7,370
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,962
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
22%
Total Enrollment
1,707
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
✓In-state tuition below national average for public universities
Considerations
!Below-average graduation rate — verify before applying
Who Is This College For?
1.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
2.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Lincoln University uses test-optional or holistic admissions. Contact the admissions office for the latest acceptance data.
Rankings
National Rank#3658
Missouri Rank#84
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationJefferson City, MO
Enrollment1,707 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$7,370/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,962/yr
Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.
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All Missouri Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.