Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
66.64%
SAT Average
1,248
ACT Range
22-29
Lipscomb University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 66.64%. This means approximately 666 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,021 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
66.64%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $38,824 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $38,824 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $53,549 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,610 | State avg: $15,202. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 21.18% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 33.44% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lipscomb University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$38,824
Room and board
$14,804
Books and supplies
$1,650
Other expenses
$4,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$53,549
Average net price
$25,610
Average aid coverage
52%
$27,939 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lipscomb University pays approximately $25,610 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Tennessee average of $15,202 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lipscomb University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Tennessee and national averages.
Lipscomb University net price
$25,610
Tennessee average
$15,202
National average
$17,506
Lipscomb University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $38,824 and average net price at $25,610. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$38,824
Current net price
$25,610
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
68.70%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$55,541
Undergraduates
3,021
10-Year Median Earnings - Lipscomb University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lipscomb University graduates earn about 1.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lipscomb University?
Undergraduates
3,021
Completion rate
68.70%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
21.18%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
33.44%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 21.18% of Lipscomb University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 33.44% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lipscomb University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lipscomb University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lipscomb University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lipscomb University is listed at One University Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37204-3951. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Lipscomb University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lipscomb University | 66.64% | $38,824 | $25,610 | $55,541 |
| Vanderbilt University | 6.28% | $63,946 | $19,040 | $91,565 |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | 67.76% | $13,846 | $13,401 | $72,529 |
| Rhodes College | 49.68% | $54,892 | $25,060 | $66,651 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $66,318 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Nashville schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Nashville.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lipscomb University's acceptance rate?
Lipscomb University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 66.64%.
How much is Lipscomb University tuition?
Lipscomb University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $38,824.
What is Lipscomb University's average net price?
Lipscomb University's average net price in the local dataset is $25,610.
What does Lipscomb University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $21,886 for Lipscomb University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Lipscomb University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $55,541 for Lipscomb University.
Is Lipscomb University accredited?
Lipscomb University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Lipscomb University?
The local dataset lists 3,021 undergraduate students at Lipscomb University.
What percentage of Lipscomb University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lipscomb University in the local dataset is 21.18%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lipscomb University?
The federal loan rate for Lipscomb University in the local dataset is 33.44%.
Where should I verify Lipscomb University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lipscomb University or the latest official federal education data.