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Lindenwood University

Saint Charles, Missouri Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#702
Nationally
#15
In Missouri
66%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$19,900
Annual Tuition
per year
50%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
4,933
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
55/100
Good
#702 nationally
#15 in Missouri
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability75
🎯Selectivity21
πŸ“šAcademic Environment66
πŸ”¬Program Breadth69

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Lindenwood University is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Saint Charles, Missouri. With 4,933 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 66%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $19,900, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $12,778 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 50%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate66%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
6,743
Applied
4,441
Admitted
891
Enrolled
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)19 – 24
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$19,900/yr
Room & Board$12,200/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$33,300/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$19,900↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$12,778
$30,001 – $48,000$12,881
$48,001 – $75,000$14,630
$75,001 – $110,000$18,854
Over $110,000$19,029
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate50%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
4,933
Total Undergrads
58% F / 42% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 64%
Hispanic 5%
Black 13%
Asian 2%
Two or more 5%
International 7%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($19,900/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationSaint Charles, Missouri
SettingCity: Small
Size5,000–9,999
Affordability Spotlight
$12,778
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#15
in Missouri out of 7+ colleges
#702
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.