Location | Lamoni, Iowa |
Online | graceland.edu |
School Type | Private 4 Year |
Setting | Remote Rural |
Religious Affiliation | Other (none of the above) |
Size | Small |
Status | Non-profit |
On Campus Housing | Yes |
Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Graceland University-Lamoni, chartered in 1895 and affiliated with the Community of Christ, is a private liberal arts university nestled in the rural town of Lamoni, Iowa, approximately 120 miles south of Des Moines. The university's campus is characterized by its historic and modern architecture, including the distinctive Higdon Administration Building, and provides on-campus housing options to foster an immersive educational environment. Academically, Graceland is known for its School of Nursing and offers a range of undergraduate programs, with education and business-related majors among the more popular choices. Graceland maintains a moderately selective admissions process. While not widely recognized for its athletics, the university competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference with its teams known as the Yellowjackets.
In the most recent statistical year 2,011 prospective students applied, and 1,498 were granted admission. Of those admitted 202 enrolled in the school. 976 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 261 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,250 plus fees of $720. Graceland University-Lamoni is ranked 648 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Graceland University-Lamoni is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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SAT | 880/1120 |
ACT | 16/24 |
GPA | 3.22 |
Applications Due | - |
Applicant Competition | Low |
Application Fee | $0 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
Other Fees | $720 |
Room and Board | $10,100 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $3,340 |
Total One Year Cost | $46,850 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
---|---|
Education | 27% |
Health Professions | 21% |
Business | 19% |
Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
Liberal Arts and Humanities | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024