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LeTourneau University

Longview, TX·Private nonprofit·1,510 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $56,800 within 10 years.

41%
Accept
1,510
Students
$25,314
Net Price
61%
Grad Rate
$56,800
Earnings
10 yr
$19,000
Debt

About This School

LeTourneau University is a private nonprofit institution located in Longview, Texas with approximately 1,510 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 41% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $25,314 per year. The graduation rate is 61%, and the typical graduate earns $56,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

LeTourneau University is a private, interdenominational evangelical Christian university in Longview, Texas. Founded as LeTourneau Technical Institute in February 1946 by R. G. LeTourneau with his wife, Evelyn, the school initially educated veterans returning from World War II. Total annual enrollment is nearly 3,000.

Worth considering if you're drawn to engineering, aviation, or technology through an evangelical Christian lens — the relatively low median debt of $19,000 and solid mid-career earnings of $56,800 suggest students are getting a reasonable return on their investment. The small campus in Longview, TX means tight-knit community and hands-on programs, but a 61% graduation rate is a real flag — nearly 4 in 10 students don't finish, so ask hard questions about academic support before committing.

Founded
1946
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Engineering23%
Business & Marketing12%
Education10%
Psychology6%
Health Professions4%
Social Sciences3%
Computer Science3%
Biological Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Franklin Graham

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1262
Reading 75th %ile690
Math 75th %ile680

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$35,500
Out-of-State Tuition
$35,500
Avg Net Price
$25,314
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants13%
Median debt at graduation$19,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
61%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
81%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$56,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$47,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$56,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.0x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White72%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino5%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,510 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

LeTourneau University

2100 S Mobberly Ave

Longview, TX 75602

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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