Lincoln University

Lincoln University, PA • publicDII
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Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Suburb: Large )
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,785 • Total: 1,953
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1570 Baltimore Pike
Lincoln University, PA
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 614 (34.4%) • Female: 1,171 (65.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 2 0.1%
Black/African American 1,483 83.1%
Hispanic/Latino 115 6.4%
White 13 0.7%
Two or More Races 77 4.3%
International 46 2.6%
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.4%
4,692 admitted from 5,987 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 450-530
Math: 420-520
Total: 870-1050
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
18-22
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 02/01/2026
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
52.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
38.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
71.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
16.1:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$18,317
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$24,269
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $8,900
Out-of-state: $14,852
Room & Board
$1,597
Books & Supplies
$7,820
Students Receiving Pell Grants
90%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
Division II
Men's Sports (4)
Baseball Basketball Football Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (5)
Basketball Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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