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About Lindenwood University

private masters universitybusiness and education focustest optional admissionsmedium sized campusaccessible acceptance rate

Lindenwood University is a private university in Saint Charles, MO, known for its private masters university, business and education focus, and test optional admissions. With an acceptance rate of 74%, Lindenwood is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 893 students each year. Lindenwood is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1023–1230, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Lindenwood offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $15,913 per year; the sticker price of $33,040 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Lindenwood University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

74%
Overall Accept Rate
2.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1127
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1023 – 1230 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Lindenwood University

Demonstrated Interest
Lindenwood tracks demonstrated interest, so visit the campus in Saint Charles or attend one of their open house events and make sure to register in advance so your attendance is logged.
Essay Strategy
Lindenwood rates essays as moderately important, so write a clear and personal essay that connects your goals to a specific program or opportunity on campus rather than leaving it vague.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Lindenwood University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$33k/yr$15.7k
30k-48k~$33k/yr$14.7k
48k-75k~$33k/yr$17.6k
75k-110k~$33k/yr$20.8k
110k+~$33k/yr$23.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

50%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$46k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4,014
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

63%White
13%Black / African American
6%Unknown / Unreported
6%International
5%Hispanic
4%Two or More Races
2%Asian
1%Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender40% Men · 60% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status94% Citizens and Immigrants · 6% International
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