Linfield University
Linfield University is a private non-profit college or university in McMinnville, OR, with about 54 programs reporting completions in the federal extract used on this page. It reports a completion rate of about 70.46% for the cohort window published by the Education Department—one yardstick, not the whole story of student success.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $50,850
- 2024 Average Net Price: $26,536 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 85.17% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,621 92.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 70.46%
Linfield University: what the data shows
Common questions about Linfield University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Linfield University?
Linfield University is located in McMinnville, OR (ZIP 97128-6894).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Linfield University public or private?
Linfield University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Linfield University cost?
Published tuition: $50,850.
Average net price after aid: $26,536.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,059 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,664 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $22,806 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,070 |
| $110,001+ | $32,519 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $203,400.
How hard is it to get into Linfield University?
Admission rate: 85.17%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Linfield University?
Total enrollment: 1,621 students.
About 93% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Linfield University?
150%-time completion rate: 70.46%.
First-year retention: 79.7%.
What do graduates of Linfield University earn?
Median earnings: $70,643 six years after entry; $78,638 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
30.33% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Linfield University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (572 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (258 completions)
- CIP 310505 (28 completions)
- CIP 520201 (28 completions)
- CIP 310504 (25 completions)
- General Psychology (23 completions)
- CIP 520301 (14 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (13 completions)
- Finance, General (13 completions)
- CIP 026021 (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Linfield University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 85.17%; completion rate 70.46%; median earnings $78,638 at 10 years; net price $26,536. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$50,850
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Linfield University was $50,850.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$26,536
2024 Value
In 2024 Linfield University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $26,536.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$106,144 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$26,536 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$203,400 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Linfield University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
30.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
83.91% 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 Linfield 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 Linfield 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 | $36,310 | $36,310 | $24,893 |
| 2014 | $37,416 | $37,416 | $24,865 |
| 2015 | $38,754 | $38,754 | $25,278 |
| 2016 | $40,175 | $40,175 | $26,979 |
| 2017 | $41,682 | $41,682 | $27,254 |
| 2018 | $43,302 | $43,302 | $27,369 |
| 2019 | $44,132 | $44,132 | $27,951 |
| 2020 | $45,132 | $45,132 | $27,671 |
| 2021 | $46,032 | $46,032 | $28,307 |
| 2022 | $47,415 | $47,415 | $29,934 |
| 2023 | $49,530 | $49,530 | $27,341 |
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
85.17% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
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
92.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Linfield University in 2024 is 1,621 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
79.7%
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
55.08% 100% Completion Time
70.46% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 55.08% of students graduating from Linfield University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Linfield University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$78,638 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
31.79% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
640.86% Return on Investment
3.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Linfield University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 258 completions
CIP 31.0505: 28 completions
CIP 52.0201: 28 completions
CIP 31.0504: 25 completions
General Psychology: 23 completions
CIP 52.0301: 14 completions
General Biological Sciences: 13 completions
Finance, General: 13 completions
CIP 02.6021: 11 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 572 completions
Most popular programs at Linfield University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Linfield University graduates.
About
Linfield University is a private non-profit institution located in McMinnville, OR, offering 54 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,621 students. The admission rate is 85.17%. The institution maintains a 70.46% graduation rate. Approximately 30.33% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
McMinnville, OR 97128-6894
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 54 distinct degree programs, Linfield 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 Linfield University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $50,850 and average net price is $26,536 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Linfield University?
The admission rate is 85.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Linfield University earn?
Median earnings are $70,643 six years after entry and $78,638 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Linfield University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 70.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Linfield University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Linfield University?
Total enrollment is about 1,621 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Linfield University public or private?
Linfield University is a private nonprofit institution located in McMinnville, OR.
Is Linfield University an HBCU?
No. Linfield University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Linfield University a tribal college?
No. Linfield University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Linfield University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Linfield University does not meet that proxy (reported share 23.2%).
Is Linfield University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Linfield 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.