Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
65.86%
SAT Average
1,120
ACT Range
19-24
Lindenwood University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 65.86%. This means approximately 659 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 4,748 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
65.86%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $21,100 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,100 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $33,442 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,516 | State avg: $16,820. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 28.89% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 51.81% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lindenwood University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$21,100
Room and board
$10,800
Books and supplies
$1,400
Other expenses
$2,900
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$33,442
Average net price
$18,516
Average aid coverage
45%
$14,926 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lindenwood University pays approximately $18,516 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Missouri average of $16,820 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lindenwood University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Missouri and national averages.
Lindenwood University net price
$18,516
Missouri average
$16,820
National average
$17,506
Lindenwood University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $21,100 and average net price at $18,516. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$21,100
Current net price
$18,516
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
50.32%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,278
Undergraduates
4,748
10-Year Median Earnings - Lindenwood University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lindenwood University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lindenwood University?
Undergraduates
4,748
Completion rate
50.32%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
28.89%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
51.81%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 28.89% of Lindenwood University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 51.81% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lindenwood University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lindenwood University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lindenwood University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lindenwood University is listed at 209 S Kingshighway St, Saint Charles, MO 63301-1695. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Lindenwood University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindenwood University | 65.86% | $21,100 | $18,516 | $53,278 |
| University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis | 75.13% | $31,920 | $33,596 | $137,047 |
| Chamberlain University-Missouri | 83.33% | $19,686 | $34,947 | $92,405 |
| Washington University in St Louis | 11.96% | $62,982 | $22,117 | $86,182 |
| Research College of Nursing | Not available | Not available | Not available | $85,910 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindenwood University's acceptance rate?
Lindenwood University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 65.86%.
How much is Lindenwood University tuition?
Lindenwood University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $21,100.
What is Lindenwood University's average net price?
Lindenwood University's average net price in the local dataset is $18,516.
What does Lindenwood University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,581 for Lindenwood University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Lindenwood University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,278 for Lindenwood University.
Is Lindenwood University accredited?
Lindenwood University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Lindenwood University?
The local dataset lists 4,748 undergraduate students at Lindenwood University.
What percentage of Lindenwood University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lindenwood University in the local dataset is 28.89%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lindenwood University?
The federal loan rate for Lindenwood University in the local dataset is 51.81%.
Where should I verify Lindenwood University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lindenwood University or the latest official federal education data.