Lindenwood University
Lindenwood University is a private non-profit college or university in Saint Charles, MO, with about 85 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 49.33% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $21,600
- 2024 Average Net Price: $19,638 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 56.84% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 4,624 87.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.33%
- Average SAT Score: 1190
Lindenwood University: what the data shows
Common questions about Lindenwood University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lindenwood University?
Lindenwood University is located in Saint Charles, MO (ZIP 63301-1695).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Lindenwood University public or private?
Lindenwood University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Lindenwood University cost?
Published tuition: $21,600.
Average net price after aid: $19,638.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,678 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,701 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,603 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,760 |
| $110,001+ | $23,821 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $86,400.
How hard is it to get into Lindenwood University?
Admission rate: 56.84%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1190 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Lindenwood University?
Total enrollment: 4,624 students.
About 88% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lindenwood University?
150%-time completion rate: 49.33%.
First-year retention: 65.6%.
What do graduates of Lindenwood University earn?
Median earnings: $45,711 six years after entry; $53,278 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,000.
29.98% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lindenwood University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (1,639 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (276 completions)
- Education - 13.9999 (85 completions)
- Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education (81 completions)
- CIP 310505 (73 completions)
- Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration (63 completions)
- General Psychology (60 completions)
- CIP 110803 (48 completions)
- CIP 511508 (47 completions)
- CIP 520301 (47 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lindenwood University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 56.84%; completion rate 49.33%; median earnings $53,278 at 10 years; net price $19,638. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$21,600
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lindenwood University was $21,600.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$19,638
2024 Value
In 2024 Lindenwood University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $19,638.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,552 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$19,638 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$86,400 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Lindenwood University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.98% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
48.98% 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 Lindenwood 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 Lindenwood 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 | $15,150 | $15,150 | $21,538 |
| 2014 | $15,580 | $15,580 | $21,985 |
| 2015 | $16,022 | $16,022 | $22,125 |
| 2016 | $16,332 | $16,332 | $22,131 |
| 2017 | $16,960 | $16,960 | $17,548 |
| 2018 | $17,600 | $17,600 | $18,264 |
| 2019 | $18,100 | $18,100 | $17,491 |
| 2020 | $18,100 | $18,100 | $17,366 |
| 2021 | $18,640 | $18,640 | $17,410 |
| 2022 | $19,300 | $19,300 | $16,806 |
| 2023 | $21,100 | $21,100 | $18,516 |
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
56.84% Acceptance Rate
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1190
ACT Average: 24
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
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
87.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lindenwood University in 2024 is 4,624 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
65.6%
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
38.19% 100% Completion Time
49.33% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 38.19% of students graduating from Lindenwood University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lindenwood University.
Return on Investment
$26,000 Median Student Debt
$53,278 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
48.80% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
578.25% Return on Investment
4.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Lindenwood University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 276 completions
Education - 13.9999: 85 completions
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education: 81 completions
CIP 31.0505: 73 completions
Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement Administration: 63 completions
General Psychology: 60 completions
CIP 11.0803: 48 completions
CIP 51.1508: 47 completions
CIP 52.0301: 47 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 1,639 completions
Most popular programs at Lindenwood University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lindenwood University graduates.
About
Lindenwood University is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Charles, MO, offering 85 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 4,624 students. The admission rate is 56.84%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1190. The institution maintains a 49.33% graduation rate. Approximately 29.98% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Saint Charles, MO 63301-1695
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 85 distinct degree programs, Lindenwood University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Lindenwood University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $21,600 and average net price is $19,638 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Lindenwood University?
The admission rate is 56.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Lindenwood University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Lindenwood University reports midpoint SAT about 1190 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of Lindenwood University earn?
Median earnings are $45,711 six years after entry and $53,278 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lindenwood University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lindenwood University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,000.
How big is Lindenwood University?
Total enrollment is about 4,624 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Lindenwood University public or private?
Lindenwood University is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Charles, MO.
Is Lindenwood University an HBCU?
No. Lindenwood University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lindenwood University a tribal college?
No. Lindenwood University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lindenwood University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Lindenwood University does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.3%).
Is Lindenwood University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lindenwood 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.