Lipscomb University
David Lipscomb University David Lipscomb Lipscomb
Nashville, Tennessee 37204-3951
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business
Lipscomb University is a private institution in Nashville with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1248, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 3K undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,541 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,610.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1248
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
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Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
67.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,350
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
23
Peer Average
37
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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).
Programs (147)
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Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
86%
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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.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Lipscomb University was founded in 1891 by David Lipscomb and James A.
- •Harding, Course Catalog, 1896–97 Several prominent Church of Christ ministers received at least a portion of their higher education here.
- •Lipscomb graduated its first senior class in 1948.
- •In 1954, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Lipscomb its first accreditation.
- •In 1988, Lipscomb attained Level III (master's degree-granting) status and became known as Lipscomb University.
Source: Wikipedia
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