Lincoln Christian University
Lincoln Christian University is a private research university in Lincoln, Illinois, enrolling about 44 students. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $43,038 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,400
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,610 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 44 N/A% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.23%
Lincoln Christian University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lincoln Christian University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lincoln Christian University?
Lincoln Christian University is located in Lincoln, IL (ZIP 62656-2111).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Lincoln Christian University public or private?
Lincoln Christian University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Lincoln Christian University cost?
Published tuition: $15,400.
Average net price after aid: $17,610.
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $61,600.
How big is Lincoln Christian University?
Total enrollment: 44 students.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Christian University?
150%-time completion rate: 58.23%.
What do graduates of Lincoln Christian University earn?
Median earnings: $35,416 six years after entry; $43,038 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,250.
39.08% of students receive Pell grants.
Is Lincoln Christian University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 58.23%; median earnings $43,038 at 10 years; net price $17,610. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,400
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lincoln Christian University was $15,400.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,610
2024 Value
In 2024 Lincoln Christian University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,610.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,440 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,610 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$61,600 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Lincoln Christian University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
39.08% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
29.89% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lincoln Christian University was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
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 Lincoln Christian University in that year.
Multi-year history is not in this profile yet. It is added when the institution cost history CSV has been collected and merged into school JSON.
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
N/A% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lincoln Christian University in 2024 is 44 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
42.25% 100% Completion Time
58.23% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 42.25% of students graduating from Lincoln Christian University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lincoln Christian University.
Return on Investment
$20,250 Median Student Debt
$43,038 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.05% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
510.99% Return on Investment
4.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Lincoln Christian University.
Top Programs by Completions
Program completion data is not available for this institution.
Most popular programs at Lincoln Christian University.
Employment Outcomes
$35,416 Median Earnings (6 years after entry)
$39,049 Median Earnings (8 years after entry)
$43,038 Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
Earnings outcomes for Lincoln Christian University graduates.
About
Lincoln Christian University is a private non-profit institution located in Lincoln, IL. The institution enrolls approximately 44 students. The institution maintains a 58.23% graduation rate. Approximately 39.08% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Lincoln, IL 62656-2111
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Lincoln Christian University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Lincoln Christian University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,400 and average net price is $17,610 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Lincoln Christian University earn?
Median earnings are $35,416 six years after entry and $43,038 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Christian University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lincoln Christian University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,250.
How big is Lincoln Christian University?
Total enrollment is about 44 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Lincoln Christian University public or private?
Lincoln Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lincoln, IL.
Is Lincoln Christian University an HBCU?
No. Lincoln Christian University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lincoln Christian University a tribal college?
No. Lincoln Christian University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lincoln Christian University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lincoln Christian University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.