Lubbock Christian University
LCU
Lubbock, Texas 79407-2099
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Lubbock Christian University is a private institution in Lubbock with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1086, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,787 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,910.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1086
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.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
25.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,750
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
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 (60)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
74%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
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
Varsity Sports — Chaparrals and
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1954 the State of Texas approved the operation of a private educational institution for students from kindergarten through college.
- •An elementary school was established that year, and a junior college was added in 1957.
- •On May 11, 1970, the Lubbock Christian University was struck by an F5 tornado.
- •LCU received accreditation as a senior college in 1972.
- •Advancement to university status came in the fall of 1987.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + large city premium