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University of Lynchburg

Lynchburg, VA·Private nonprofit·1,599 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. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

82%
Accept
1,599
Students
$20,187
Net Price
62%
Grad Rate
$48,800
Earnings
10 yr
$22,500
Debt

About This School

University of Lynchburg is a private nonprofit institution located in Lynchburg, Virginia with approximately 1,599 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Lynchburg has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 82%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,187 per year. The graduation rate is 62%, and the typical graduate earns $48,800 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Lynchburg, formerly Lynchburg College, is a private university associated with the Christian Church and located in Lynchburg, Virginia, United States. It has approximately 2,800 undergraduate and graduate students. The university's campus spans 264 acres.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — the 62% graduation rate and 76% freshman retention suggest a meaningful share of students don't finish, which is worth asking about directly. On the financial side, things look more reasonable: a $20,187 average net price and $22,500 median debt are manageable, and median earnings of $48,800 at 10 years are modest but workable for that debt load. Worth considering if you're drawn to a small, personal campus experience (under 1,600 undergrads on 264 acres) and have a clear plan to stay on track — but come in with eyes open about the retention issue.

Founded
1903
Setting
Small city

Popular Programs

Biological Sciences17%
Business & Marketing15%
Social Sciences14%
Health Professions14%
Psychology6%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Education5%
Communications5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Adam Kaufman

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1100
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile600

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$35,540
Out-of-State Tuition
$35,540
Avg Net Price
$20,187
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants27%
Median debt at graduation$22,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
62%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
76%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,800
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$48,800
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.2x

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

White59%
Black9%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,599 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Lynchburg

1501 Lakeside Dr

Lynchburg, VA 24501-3113

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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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