Overview
Lenoir-Rhyne University is a private liberal arts institution situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Hickory, North Carolina. It is associated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Lenoir-Rhyne University offers an Engaged Scholars Program, an Honors Academy, and a Teaching Scholars program to qualified students. Nursing, kinesiology and exercise science, and sport and fitness management are among the most popular academic programs.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$18,924
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
20
Average SAT Composite
1078
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $30,900 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $30,900 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $12,900 |
| Books and Supplies | $1360 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
76%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
38%
Average Aid Per Year
$35,641
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,914
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$27,424
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
67%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,577
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,596
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
64%
Submitting ACT
56%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 20
Average SAT Composite: 1078
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,354
Total Number of Undergrads
1,529
0
100
37%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
45%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
67
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
51%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Bears
School Colors
black and cardinal red
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
South Atlantic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,600
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingTeachers will give you a large workload, but not to the extent that you cannot handle it. The teachers want you to learn and make themselves available should anyone need help. Students will be well rounded by the time they are finished with school.
A Transfer Student
Lenoir Rhyne University is a wonderful school. The professors and staff make an effort to get to know you, and they really care about your education/plans for the future. The curriculum is so broad so you get a really well-rounded education experience that will help you in the future when you're looking for a job. I love how close-knitted the student body and staff is on campus. It feels like you're going to school with family. The professors all know their information and are very passionate about the subjects they teach.
Megan from Statesville, NC
Lenoir-Rhyne is a wonderful place to be. As with everything in life you get out of it what you put into it. Professors are your friends at LR, and will do whatever they can to help you out.
A LR Bear!
Everyone knows each other and everyone really gets along. Don't be fooled by the Lutheran Denomination, we have a wide range of students with various beliefs. Lenoir Rhyne has an amazing community and a rich history
David from Roebuck, SC
Love the small atmosphere, makes me feel like I am more than just a number! Teachers have one on one time with students.
Kathleen from Maiden, NC
LR feels like home.
LR has a helpful staff because of its small size.
LR has a unique curriculum because of its goal to produce well-rounded students.
LR has a helpful staff because of its small size.
LR has a unique curriculum because of its goal to produce well-rounded students.
Morgan
Lenoir-Rhyne is a very small school, if your from a small town it makes you feel like you are right at home. With Lenoir-Rhyne being so small you know everyone around campus and you are able to make a lot of friend. Lenoir-Rhyne has great academic plans and very good class sizes.
anonymous
Lenoir-Rhyne University is an excellent school to receive an education. The faculty go out of their way to help the students. I have attended other colleges, and LR is the best college out there for people to go to.
Chasity from Connelly Springs, NC
Lenoir-Rhyne is a very exciting place to be. It also has a very homey feeling to it.And its never boring here.
S'Mia from Kernersville, NC
Allows you to learn about everything instead of what you want to major in.
Alexis from Durham, NC
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