LC is a nonprofit private college that has a fair number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in Lynchburg, VA, in a predominantly urban area. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over two thousand students enroll at Lynchburg College yearly.
Students may pick from several areas of study, including:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Communications And Journalism
- Business And Marketing Studies
To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores between 1330 - 1650 on the SAT and between 19 - 24 on the ACT is common among students accepted to LC. This school has an admissions rate of 68 percent of which only 19 percent chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at lynchburg.edu.
Undergraduate tuition is approximately $34,000 for the year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $4,600 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.
The LC Hornets participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to see more about this school can visit their website at http://www.lynchburg.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Lynchburg College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Lynchburg College has a total student population of about 2,800, with undergraduate students making up about 77% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $38,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Part time students pay in the range of $480 to $570 per unit
- May offer prepaid tuition, allowing students to purchase tuition at current rates for future years.
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $23,976 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 79% | $8,389 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Lynchburg College may offer services to students like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Lynchburg College is around 56%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 46% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 9% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 2% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Lynchburg College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Old Dominion Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Equestrian
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Lynchburg College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Exercise Physiology (B)
- Biology (B)
- Biomedical Science (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Organizational Leadership (D)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Human Resources (B)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer (B)
Education
- Teacher Education and Professional Development (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (M)
- Special Education (M)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Special Education and Teaching (C)
- Science Teacher (M)
- Education, Teaching of Individuals with Autism (C)
- Education
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education
- Music Teacher Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Nursing (B, M)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Community Health Services, Liaison, Counseling (M)
History
- History (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (C)
- Counseling Psychology (C)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B)
- Sports Medicine (B)
Social Sciences
- Criminology (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- International Relations (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Art Studies (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Lynchburg College.
- Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA (33 miles away)
- Longwood University in Farmville, VA (44 miles away)
- University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA (57 miles away)
- James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA (74 miles away)
- Radford University in Radford, VA (79 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Lynchburg College for official up-to-date information.