University of Lynchburg Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Lynchburg is a private research university in Lynchburg, Virginia, enrolling about 1,577 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 43.01% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,380 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,750
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,235 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 43.01% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,577 97.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 57.36%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
- First-Generation Students: 30.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 8.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 77.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1125
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,888
- Applicants (IPEDS): 4,813
- Room & Board: $13,700 annual estimate
University of Lynchburg: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Lynchburg, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Lynchburg?
University of Lynchburg is located in Lynchburg, VA (ZIP 24501-3113).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of Lynchburg public or private?
University of Lynchburg is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Lynchburg cost?
Published tuition: $36,750.
Average net price after aid: $22,235.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $20,692 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,303 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $18,649 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $20,707 |
| $110,001+ | $25,063 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $147,000.
How hard is it to get into University of Lynchburg?
Admission rate: 43.01%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1125.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Lynchburg?
Total enrollment: 1,577 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,888 students.
Graduate enrollment: 721 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Lynchburg?
150%-time completion rate: 57.36%.
First-year retention: 70.6%.
What do graduates of University of Lynchburg earn?
Median earnings: $44,261 six years after entry; $56,380 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
27.90% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Lynchburg known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Physician Associate/Assistant (440 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (66 completions)
- Physical Therapy/Therapist (49 completions)
- Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology (40 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (40 completions)
- Criminology (36 completions)
- Psychology, General (24 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (19 completions)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (19 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (17 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Lynchburg a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 43.01%; completion rate 57.36%; median earnings $56,380 at 10 years; net price $22,235. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$36,750
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Lynchburg was $36,750.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,235
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Lynchburg had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,235.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$88,940 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,235 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$147,000 4-Year Tuition
$13,700 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$51,450 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$205,800 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Lynchburg.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
66.96% 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 University of Lynchburg 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 University of Lynchburg 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 | $33,565 | $33,565 | $21,706 |
| 2014 | $34,545 | $34,545 | $22,072 |
| 2015 | $35,555 | $35,555 | $21,592 |
| 2016 | $36,620 | $36,620 | $23,086 |
| 2017 | $37,690 | $37,690 | $22,420 |
| 2018 | $39,530 | $39,530 | $23,687 |
| 2019 | $40,690 | $40,690 | $23,207 |
| 2020 | $41,880 | $41,880 | $23,134 |
| 2021 | $33,500 | $33,500 | $24,265 |
| 2022 | $34,500 | $34,500 | $22,104 |
| 2023 | $35,540 | $35,540 | $20,187 |
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
43.01% Acceptance Rate
4,813 Total Applicants
3,956 Students Admitted
478 First-Time Students Enrolled
12.08% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1125
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
University of Lynchburg reported total enrollment of about 1,577 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (57.0%), Non-Resident Alien (12.8%), and Black or African American (8.9%). About 27.90% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 30.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Lynchburg in 2024 is 1,577 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,888 students. Graduate enrollment is about 721 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.6%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 57.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
51.74% 100% Completion Time
57.36% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 51.74% of students graduating from University of Lynchburg completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Physician Associate/Assistant: 32% male / 68% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 64% male / 36% female
- Physical Therapy/Therapist: 51% male / 49% 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 University of Lynchburg.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$56,380 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
47.89% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
533.91% Return on Investment
4.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Lynchburg.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 58 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Physician Associate/Assistant: 440 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 66 completions
3. Physical Therapy/Therapist: 49 completions
4. Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology: 40 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 40 completions
6. Criminology: 36 completions
7. Psychology, General: 24 completions
8. Special Education and Teaching, General: 19 completions
9. Public Health Education and Promotion: 19 completions
Most popular programs at University of Lynchburg.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Lynchburg graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Lynchburg from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 77.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,271
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,737
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Lynchburg is a private non-profit institution located in Lynchburg, VA, classified as Doctoral/Professional Universities. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Physician Associate/Assistant, Business Administration and Management, General, Physical Therapy/Therapist. Enrollment is approximately 1,577 students. Student body composition includes White (57.0%), Non-Resident Alien (12.8%), Black or African American (8.9%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 43.01%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1125. The 150%-time completion rate is 57.36%. Approximately 27.90% of students receive Pell Grants. About 30.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral/Professional Universities
Location
Lynchburg, VA 24501-3113
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 58 distinct degree programs, University of Lynchburg 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Lynchburg located?
University of Lynchburg is located in Lynchburg, VA.
What is University of Lynchburg's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Lynchburg is 43.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 4,813 applicants and 3,956 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Lynchburg cost?
Reported tuition is $36,750 and average net price is $22,235 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,700 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Lynchburg?
University of Lynchburg reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,888 students, White (57.0%), Non-Resident Alien (12.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Lynchburg?
About 30.2% of students at University of Lynchburg are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Lynchburg?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Lynchburg reports midpoint SAT about 1125.
What do graduates of University of Lynchburg earn?
Median earnings are $44,261 six years after entry and $56,380 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Lynchburg?
The 150%-time completion rate is 57.4% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Lynchburg students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is University of Lynchburg public or private?
University of Lynchburg is a private nonprofit institution located in Lynchburg, VA.
Is University of Lynchburg an HBCU?
No. University of Lynchburg is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Lynchburg a tribal college?
No. University of Lynchburg 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
- Virginia college costs
- Virginia colleges by ROI
- Lynchburg, Virginia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Virginia
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.