Lipscomb U
Lipscomb University
1 University Park Dr, Nashville, United StatesAll photos (10)
Overview of Lipscomb University (Lipscomb U)
About this school
Lipscomb, founded in 1891, is a church-affiliated, liberal arts university. Its 65-acre campus is located in a residential area of Nashville.
- www.lipscomb.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Yes
Graduate Students
1,655
Institution Type
Private
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:2,987
- Men:1,170 (39.2%)
- Women:1,817 (60.8%)
Location
Admission Information (Lipscomb U)
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to Lipscomb University is moderately difficult: more than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT I or over 18 on the ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | 4 | - |
Mathematics | 2 | - |
Science | 2 | - |
Foreign Language | 2 | - |
Social Studies | 2 | - |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | 2 | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required | October 1 |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Accepted with or without writing component | |
Use of SAT/ACT Essay | SAT: No policy as of now ACT: No policy as of now |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | One University Park Drive |
City, State, Zip | Nashville, TN 37204-3951 |
Phone | (615) 966-1776 |
Fax | (615) 966-1804 |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | Rolling |
Application Fee | $50 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | Rolling |
Accept Offer Of Admission | Not reported |
Waiting List Used | No |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | No |
Early Decision Deadline | - |
Early Decision Notification | - |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Not accepted |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | Required for all freshmen |
Letters Of Recommendation | 1 required for all freshmen |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is not a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular|Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/ Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 60% of 3,581 applicants were admitted |
Women | 60% of 2,371 applicants were admitted |
Men | 61% of 1,210 applicants were admitted |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | 852 (39%) of 2,164 admitted students enrolled |
Women | 513 (36%) of 1,430 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 339 (46%) of 734 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | 3.57 |
375 And Above | 40% |
3.50 - 3.74 | 21% |
3.25 - 3.49 | 17% |
3.00 - 3.24 | 10% |
2.50 - 2.99 | 9% |
2.00 - 2.49 | 2% |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
Sat Critical Reading | Not reported |
• Score 700 - 800 | Not reported |
• Score 600 - 700 | Not reported |
• Score 500 - 600 | Not reported |
• Score 400 - 500 | Not reported |
• Score 300 - 400 | Not reported |
• Score 200 - 300 | Not reported |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 25 average |22-28 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | 17% |
• Score 24 - 29 | 48% |
• Score 18 - 23 | 34% |
• Score 12 - 17 | 1% |
• Score 6 - 11 | 0% |
• Score 5 Or Below | 0% |
Tuition & Financial Aid (Lipscomb U)
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - $32,144 (71.75640682203768%)
- Room & Board: - $12,652 (28.243593177962317%)
- Other Expences: - Not reported
- Tuition & Fees: - Not reported
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expences
Tuition & Fees
Payment Plans
Lipscomb University accepts installment plan
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | - |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline March 1 |
Award Notification Date | On a rolling basis beginning March 1 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Federal Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 003486 | Free |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | 640 (100.0%) of freshmen |
Found To Have Financial Need | 455 (71.1%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 455 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 95 (20.9%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 67% |
Average Award | $24,038 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 455 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $21,805 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 341 (74.9%) of aid recipients, average amount $3,742 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 452 (99.3%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | 184 (28.8%) of freshmen had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $13,815 |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | 2,626 (96.8%) of undergraduates |
Found To Have Financial Need | 1,742 (66.3%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 1,740 (99.9%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 386 (22.2%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 64% |
Average Award | $26,236 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 1,710 (98.3%) of aid recipients, average amount $23,054 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 1,342 (77.1%) of aid recipients, average amount $3,827 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 1,483 (85.2%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | 794 (29.3%) of undergraduates had no financial need and received merit aid, average amount $15,436 |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | 59% |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | $29,673 |
Parents Borrowing Plus Loans | - |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships, Private scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Biological Sciences, Business, Communication, Education, Engineering/Technologies, English, Home Economics, Mathematics, Premedicine, Religion/Biblical Studies |
Creative Arts/Performance | Art/Fine Arts, Journalism/Publications, Music, Theater/Drama |
Special Achievements/Activities | Cheerleading/Drum Major, Community Service, Leadership, Religious Involvement |
Special Characteristics | Adult Students, Children of Educators, Children of Faculty/Staff, Children with a Deceased or Disabled Parent, International Students, Local/State Students, Members of Minorities, Out-of-State Students, Relatives of Clergy, Religious Affiliation |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | $2,320 |
Academics & Instruction (Lipscomb U)
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Required
Foreign Language
Not required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
213
Part-Time Faculty
348
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
32%
Regular Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 27% of classes
- 10-19 students: - 31% of classes
- 20-29 students: - 23% of classes
- 30-39 students: - 10% of classes
- 40-49 students: - 3% of classes
- 50-99 students: - 5% of classes
- Over 100 students: - 0% of classes
% of Classes
2-9
10-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-99
Over 100 students
# of Students
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- 2-9 students: - 51% of discussion sections/labs
- 10-19 students: - 28% of discussion sections/labs
- 20-29 students: - 21% of discussion sections/labs
% of Sections/Labs
2-9
10-19
20-29
# of Students
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Accepted
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | 326,186 |
Computing
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | 150 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Lipscomb University provides hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
79.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
46.4%
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
57.6%
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
59.2%
Programs & Majors (Lipscomb U)
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (96)
- Accounting
- Acting
- American/United States Studies/Civilization
- Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- Apparel and Textiles, General
- Applied Mathematics, General
- Architecture and Related Services, Other
- Art Teacher Education
- Art Therapy/Therapist
- Bible/Biblical Studies
- Biochemistry
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Biophysics
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business/Managerial Economics
- Chemistry Teacher Education
- Chemistry, General
- Civil Engineering, General
- Commercial and Advertising Art
- Computer Engineering, General
- Computer Science
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance
- Dietetics/Dietitian
- Directing and Theatrical Production
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
- Education, General
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- English Language and Literature, General
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations, Other
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Environmental Science
- Family Systems
- Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
- Fashion Merchandising
- Fine and Studio Arts Management
- Fine/Studio Arts, General
- Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
- French Language Teacher Education
- French Language and Literature
- General Literature
- General Studies
- German Language and Literature
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
- History Teacher Education
- History, General
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
- Information Resources Management
- Information Science/Studies
- Information Technology
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Keyboard Instruments
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
- Legal Studies, General
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mathematics, General
- Mechanical Engineering
- Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
- Music Performance, General
- Music Teacher Education
- Music Theory and Composition
- Music, General
- Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
- Philosophy
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Physics Teacher Education
- Physics, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Pre-Dentistry Studies
- Pre-Law Studies
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Pre-Nursing Studies
- Pre-Pharmacy Studies
- Pre-Veterinary Studies
- Psychology, General
- Public Administration
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other
- Public Relations/Image Management
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Rhetoric and Composition
- Social Work
- Spanish Language Teacher Education
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Sustainability Studies
- Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
- Urban Studies/Affairs
- Voice and Opera
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
- Writing, General
- Youth Ministry
Most Popular Disciplines
Offered
Professional Degree Programs
No online degree programs
Special Programs
Accelerated program, Student-designed major, Distance learning, Double major, English as a second language, Honors program, Independent study, Internships, Study abroad, Summer session
Study Abroad
Business/marketing, Health professions and related sciences, Education
Online Degrees
None
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Master of Fine Arts, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Marriage and Family Therapy, Master of Science, Master of Accountancy, Master of Divinity, Master of Management, Master of Business Administration, Master of Human Resources, Master of Education, Master of Arts, Master of Arts in Christian Ministries
Master's Programs of Study (38)
- Accounting
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Business Administration and Management--General
- Clinical Psychology
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation/Peace Studies
- Counseling Psychology
- Database Systems
- Education--General
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational Media/Instructional Technology
- Engineering Management
- English
- English Education
- Exercise and Sports Science
- Film, Television, and Video Production
- Finance and Banking
- Health Informatics
- Health Services Management and Hospital Administration
- Human Resources Management
- Management Information Systems
- Management of Technology
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Mathematics Education
- Molecular Biology
- Nonprofit Management
- Nutrition
- Organizational Management
- Pastoral Ministry and Counseling
- Pharmacy
- Psychology--General
- Reading Education
- Software Engineering
- Special Education
- Sports Management
- Sustainability Management
- Sustainable Development
- Theology
Campus Life (Lipscomb U)
Location & Geography
Population
624,496
Nearest Metropolitan Area
89 acres
Environment
Suburban environment
Campus Size
Weather
Temperature | 26.5 average low in January, 86.5 average high in September |
Rain | 119 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Airport | 10 mile(s) from campus in Nashville |
Nearest Bus Station | 5 mile(s) from campus in Nashville |
Nearest Train Station | - |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing
Students of College Housing
50% of all students
Housing Restrictions
Students required to live on campus through junior year
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are given priority consideration for housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
50%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Not offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | NCAA Division I |
Mascot | Bisons, Lady Bisons |
School Colors | Purple and gold |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Golf | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | basketball, football, golf, racquetball, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, table tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Lipscomb University offers choral groups, drama theatre, radio station, student newspaper, television station, sigma pi beta, business fraternities, multicultural association, alpha phi chi men's service club, pi kappa sigma women's service club
Sororities
24% of women participate
Fraternities
23% of men participate
ROTC
Army ROTC is offered off campus, Air Force ROTC offered off campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
2,723
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
2,987
Women
1,817
Men
1,170
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- 0.2% American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 3.2% Asian
- 7.0% Black/African-American
- 7.1% Hispanic/Latino
- 2.8% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.1% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
- 78.6% White
- 1.1% Unknown
International Students
2.9% from 44 countries
Average Age
22
Number of Graduate Students
1,655