Lipscomb University Admission
Application Fee
$50
Graduate Application Fee
$50
Acceptance Rate
66.64%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
25.14%
Freshmen Enrollment
699
SAT Scores
1,240
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 3,705 students have applied and 2,635 students have allowed to admit to Lipscomb University (Acceptance rate: 71.12%). Lipscomb's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 26.53 % where 699 students have finally enrolled out of 2,635 admitted students.
Lipscomb acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Tennessee. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Baylor University and University of Dayton, its acceptance rate is higher (easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 59.19%).
Lipscomb enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Tennessee. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 16.80%).
How to Apply to Lipscomb University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Lipscomb. Lipscomb offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://www.lipscomb.edu/admissions |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://admission.lipscomb.edu/apply |
| Financial Aid | https://www.lipscomb.edu/admissions/financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://www.lipscomb.edu/admissions/cost-financial-aid/resources/net-price-calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | https://www.lipscomb.edu/admissions/military-veterans-admissions |
| Disability Service | https://www.lipscomb.edu/student-life/student-services/access/disability-services |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Lipscomb and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at Lipscomb University is 1,240 and the average ACT score is 26. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Lipscomb University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,238). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Lipscomb University | 1,240 | 26 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,238 | 27 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Tennessee | 1,121 | 68 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Lipscomb University, 127 students submitted SAT scores (18% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,240 and it is higher (competitive score) than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Tennessee. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 580 | 630 | 670 |
| Mathematics | 550 | 600 | 650 |
| Total | 1,130 | 1,230 | 1,320 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At Lipscomb University, 365 students submitted ACT scores (52% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 26 and it is lower than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Tennessee. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 23 | 27 | 30 |
| English | 23 | 28 | 33 |
| Mathematics | 21 | 25 | 28 |
Lipscomb Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Lipscomb University. The school requires 5 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), and Legacy status.
2 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school rank, and Admission test scores.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Not Considered |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Required |