Life University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Life University is a private research university in Marietta, Georgia, enrolling about 893 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 93.03% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $47,397 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,036
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,791 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.03% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 893 88.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.93%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 29.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.4% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 55.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1030
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,132
- Applicants (IPEDS): 404
- Room & Board: $14,850 annual estimate
Life University: what the data shows
Common questions about Life University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Life University?
Life University is located in Marietta, GA (ZIP 30060).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Life University public or private?
Life University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Life University cost?
Published tuition: $15,036.
Average net price after aid: $29,791.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,151 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $28,136 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $30,263 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $33,995 |
| $110,001+ | $30,883 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $60,144.
How hard is it to get into Life University?
Admission rate: 93.03%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1030 and midpoint ACT 19.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Life University?
Total enrollment: 893 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,132 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,815 students.
About 88% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Life University?
150%-time completion rate: 37.93%.
First-year retention: 62.8%.
What do graduates of Life University earn?
Median earnings: $37,368 six years after entry; $47,397 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $16,666.
39.98% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Life University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Chiropractic (304 completions)
- Psychology, General (67 completions)
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology (47 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (43 completions)
- General Studies (41 completions)
- Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General (27 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (24 completions)
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other (8 completions)
- Human Nutrition (7 completions)
- Dietetics/Dietitian (2 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Life University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.03%; completion rate 37.93%; median earnings $47,397 at 10 years; net price $29,791. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$15,036
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Life University was $15,036.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,791
2024 Value
In 2024 Life University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,791.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$119,164 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,791 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$60,144 4-Year Tuition
$14,850 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$2,400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$32,286 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$129,144 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Life University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
52.35% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Life University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Life University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $7,947 | $7,947 | $22,479 |
| 2014 | $10,500 | $10,500 | $23,037 |
| 2015 | $10,860 | $10,860 | $23,527 |
| 2016 | $11,220 | $11,220 | $28,281 |
| 2017 | $11,715 | $11,715 | $27,652 |
| 2018 | $12,696 | $12,696 | $26,841 |
| 2019 | $13,101 | $13,101 | $30,857 |
| 2020 | $13,596 | $13,596 | $28,537 |
| 2021 | $13,911 | $13,911 | $28,257 |
| 2022 | $14,406 | $14,406 | $27,849 |
| 2023 | $15,036 | $15,036 | $30,257 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
93.03% Acceptance Rate
404 Total Applicants
379 Students Admitted
205 First-Time Students Enrolled
54.09% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1030
ACT Average: 19
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Life University reported total enrollment of about 893 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 49% male and 51% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (27.8%), Black or African American (27.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (18.1%). About 39.98% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 29.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
88.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Life University in 2024 is 893 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,132 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,815 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
62.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 27.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
29.31% 100% Completion Time
37.93% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 29.31% of students graduating from Life University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Chiropractic: 46% male / 54% female
- Psychology, General: 43% male / 57% female
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology: 62% male / 38% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Life University.
Return on Investment
$16,666 Median Student Debt
$47,397 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.16% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
297.75% Return on Investment
3.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Life University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 15 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Chiropractic: 304 completions
2. Psychology, General: 67 completions
3. Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology: 47 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 43 completions
5. General Studies: 41 completions
6. Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General: 27 completions
7. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 24 completions
8. Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other: 8 completions
9. Human Nutrition: 7 completions
Most popular programs at Life University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Life University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Life University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 55.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,524
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,898
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Life University is a private non-profit institution located in Marietta, GA, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Chiropractic, Psychology, General, Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology. Enrollment is approximately 893 students. Student body composition includes White (27.8%), Black or African American (27.6%), Hispanic or Latino (18.1%). The admission rate is 93.03%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1030. The 150%-time completion rate is 37.93%. Approximately 39.98% of students receive Pell Grants. About 29.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
Marietta, GA 30060
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.93% graduation rate at Life University falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Life University located?
Life University is located in Marietta, GA.
What is Life University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Life University is 93.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 404 applicants and 379 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Life University cost?
Reported tuition is $15,036 and average net price is $29,791 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,850 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Life University?
Life University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,132 students, White (27.8%), Black or African American (27.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Life University?
About 29.2% of students at Life University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Life University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Life University reports midpoint SAT about 1030 and midpoint ACT about 19.
What do graduates of Life University earn?
Median earnings are $37,368 six years after entry and $47,397 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Life University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Life University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $16,666.
Is Life University public or private?
Life University is a private nonprofit institution located in Marietta, GA.
Is Life University an HBCU?
No. Life University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Life University a tribal college?
No. Life University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Marietta, Georgia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.