Graceland University-Lamoni
Lamoni, Iowa 50140
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Graceland University-Lamoni is a private institution in Lamoni with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 901 undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $47,361 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,975.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
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Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
27.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-3.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,209
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
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Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
64%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Graceland University was established as Graceland College in 1895 by the RLDS Church (later the Community of Christ) in Lamoni, Iowa.
- •Land for the college was donated by church members, with the first 20 acres (8.
- •In 1917, Graceland received accreditation from the states of Iowa and Missouri and from the North Central Association of Colleges, making it the first fully accredited junior college in Iowa.
Source: Wikipedia
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