Lincoln University
A good fit for families looking for lower cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. median debt is moderately high; earnings-to-debt ratio is tight. 69% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Lincoln University is a public institution located in Lincoln University, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,539 undergraduate students enrolled. Lincoln University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 66%. The average net price after financial aid is $14,977 per year. The graduation rate is 44%, and the typical graduate earns $36,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Lincoln University or University of Lincoln may refer to:
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $12,912 average net price makes this one of the more affordable options you'll find, but a 52% graduation rate and median earnings of $36,200 a decade out deserve serious attention before you commit. Worth considering if you're drawn to Lincoln's HBCU history and tight-knit community of around 1,700 students, but have an honest conversation about what support systems you'll need to be part of the half that finishes strong.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 4% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Worth scrutinizing. Median earnings relative to debt are tight.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,539 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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.
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