Acceptance rate
56.8%
Lindenwood University
Admission Chances & Acceptance Rate
Lindenwood is a private university in Saint Charles, Missouri, enrolling about 7,000 students with a 56.8% acceptance rate. It's moderately selective, with middle-50% SAT scores of 1023–1230. Business and marketing degrees make up nearly 30% of degrees awarded. The 6-year graduation rate is 49%, and median earnings 10 years after graduation are $53,278.
Enrollment
7,000
Test policy
optional
Grad rate (6-yr)
49%
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The middle 50% of admitted students (25th–75th percentile), self-reported by the school.
SAT (combined)
1023 – 1230
ACT (composite)
22 – 28
GPA
Not published
$ What You'll Actually Pay
Average yearly net price after grants & scholarships, by family income (federal cohort averages — not a personal quote).
$0–30k
$15,678
family income
$30–48k
$14,701
family income
$48–75k
$17,603
family income
$75–110k
$20,760
family income
$110k+
$23,821
family income
30% receive Pell grants
49% take federal loans
✦ Strongest Programs
The fields Lindenwood University graduates the most students in — a signal of depth, faculty, and alumni networks.
Business & Marketing
29.1%
Computer Science
11.7%
Parks & Recreation
8.7%
Visual & Performing Arts
7.4%
Education
7.2%
↗ Outcomes
School-level averages across all students who enrolled (College Scorecard). Not a personal forecast.
Earnings (10 yr)
$53,278
Earnings (6 yr)
$45,711
Completion
49%
Retention
66%
Median debt
$26,000
? Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Lindenwood University?
Lindenwood University has an acceptance rate of 56.8%, making it relatively accessible.
What SAT score do you need for Lindenwood University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 1023 and 1230 on the SAT. The ACT range is 22–28.
How much does Lindenwood University actually cost?
After grants and scholarships, the average net price for the lowest income band is $15,678 per year, rising to $23,821 for families earning $110k+. These are federal cohort averages, not a personal quote.
What are my chances of getting into Lindenwood University?
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