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Lubbock Christian University

Lubbock, TX·Private nonprofit·1,210 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,210 students.

73%
Accept
1,210
Students
$25,910
Net Price
49%
Grad Rate
$50,500
Earnings
10 yr
$15,750
Debt

About This School

Lubbock Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lubbock, Texas with approximately 1,210 undergraduate students enrolled. Lubbock Christian University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 73%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,910 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $50,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Lubbock Christian University (LCU) is a private Christian university associated with the Churches of Christ and located in Lubbock, Texas, United States. Chartered originally as part of a grade school called Lubbock Christian School in 1954, the institution branched off as a junior college – Lubbock Christian College – in 1957. On May 11th, 1970, the Lubbock Christian University was struck by an F5 tornado. LCC became a senior college in 1972, then advanced to university status in fall of 1987. LCU has 65 undergraduate degrees. A fall 2015 count showed 1,958 students enrolled at Lubbock Christian University, of which 462 were graduate students.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 49% graduation rate means roughly half of students who start don't finish, which is a real concern worth pressing the school on before committing. On the positive side, median debt at graduation is a relatively low $15,750, and graduates earn around $50,500 a decade out, making the financial risk more manageable than at pricier schools. Worth considering if you're drawn to a tight-knit, faith-centered community rooted in the Churches of Christ tradition, but come in with a clear academic plan and use that 74% freshman retention rate as a reminder that staying engaged and on track takes intentional effort.

Founded
1957
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing14%
Health Professions14%
Education12%
Biological Sciences8%
Psychology6%
Social Sciences4%
Computer Science3%
English2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Meat Loaf

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1086
Reading 75th %ile590
Math 75th %ile570

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite23

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$27,298
Out-of-State Tuition
$27,298
Avg Net Price
$25,910
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants33%
Median debt at graduation$15,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
49%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
74%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$15,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$50,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

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

Student Body

White60%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino26%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,210 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Lubbock Christian University

5601 19th Street

Lubbock, TX 79407-2099

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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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