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Lincoln University

820 Chestnut, Jefferson City, MO 65102

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Lincoln University School Description

Lincoln University was founded in 1866 by the men of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantries and their white officers, for the special benefit of freed African Americans. Today, Lincoln University’s role in the education of Missourians and others and its service to stakeholders throughout the state, the nation, and across the globe is well recognized. Lincoln University continues to serve the needs of its diverse student body through a tradition of offering innovative programs that makes the college experience special.

While remaining committed to our historic roots, the university has expanded its mission to embrace the needs of a broader population reflecting varied social, economic, education and cultural backgrounds.

As an open enrollment university, Lincoln enthusiastically accepts all students wishing to pursue a higher education. The university provides student-centered learning in a nurturing environment, integrating teaching, research and service. We offer relevant, high quality undergraduate and select graduate programs that prepare students for careers and lifelong learning.

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Lincoln University

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''For the like-named university in Chester County, Pennsylvania, see Lincoln University (Pennsylvania).

Lincoln University of Missouri, a historically black college, is located in Jefferson City, Missouri. In 2007, according to U.S. News and World Report, Lincoln University was ranked #3 for economic diversity, #5 for campus ethnic diversity, and #9 for most international students among master's level universities in the Midwest.

History

The school was founded in 1866 by members of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry under the name Lincoln Institute. They wanted to provide an education to African Americans through the combining of academics and labor. This was an industrial school model along the lines of Booker T. Washington's influential Tuskegee Institute. Under the Morrill Act of 1890, the school was designated a land-grant university.

By 1921, the college had expanded to offer graduate programs and was officially designated a university by the state of Missouri. It changed its name to "Lincoln University of Missouri." In 1954, it opened its doors to applicants of all races. It provides both undergraduate and graduate courses.

Academics

Lincoln University is organized into three colleges and one school of instruction. The university offers a wide variety of academic programs and degrees.

  • College of Business and Professional Studies
    • Department of Business and Economics
    • Department of Military Science
    • Department of Nursing Science
  • College of Liberal Arts, Education and Journalism
    • Department of Education
    • Department of Fine Arts, Communications and Journalism
    • Department of Languages, Literature and Philosophy
    • Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • College of Natural Science, Mathematics and Technology, Cooperative Extension and Research
    • Department of Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry and Physics
    • Department of Computer Science, Mathematics and Technology
  • School of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Blue Tigers

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
2,953
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
79%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 8,464
Students Receiving Aid:
88%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 20
Selectivity:
Open Admissions
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Lincoln University Degree Programs

Associate Degree Programs

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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Lincoln University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 79%
Part-Time 21%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 58%
African-American 36%
Other 5%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 74%
Out-of-State 26%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Missouri 74%
Illinois 4%
Florida 4%
Nebraska 2%
California 2%
Percent of Students International: 4%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 31%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: No

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Great Lakes Valley Conference)
Basketball (Heartland Conference)
Baseball (Heartland Conference)
Track (Division II Independents)

Lincoln University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 4,816 $ 8,464  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 4,416 $ 8,064  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 400 $ 400  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,935 64%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 1,675 2%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 3,076 27%  
Student Loans:
 $ 4,512 76%  
Any Aid:
   88%  

Lincoln University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 100% (Open Admissions)

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 20.00

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