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Lenoir Rhyne University

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  • 4 Year
  • Hickory, NC
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Overview

Total enrollment

2,256
Lenoir Rhyne University overview
  • Location Hickory, North Carolina
  • Website lr.edu
  • Type Private 4 Year
  • Setting Small City
  • Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Lenoir Rhyne University overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

Lenoir-Rhyne University is a private Lutheran institution situated in Hickory, North Carolina, approximately 60 miles northwest of Charlotte in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Founded in 1891 as Lenoir College, the campus features a mix of historic red-brick buildings and modern facilities across its 100-acre main campus. The university maintains a liberal arts foundation while offering professional programs in nursing, business, and health sciences, along with established programs in education and humanities. As a Division II institution, Lenoir-Rhyne competes in the South Atlantic Conference, with its Bears teams particularly known for football and lacrosse. The university requires undergraduate students to live on campus for their first three years, fostering a residential academic community through its multiple dormitories and student housing options.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

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Lenoir Rhyne University admission standards
  • GPA 3.41

Acceptance Rate

84.6%
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  • Applications Due -
  • Enrollment Rate 11%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$31,900
Costs for Lenoir Rhyne University
Fee Cost
Tuition $31,900
Books and Supplies $1,360
Other Fees $900
Room and Board $13,400
Budget for Other Expenses $3,250
Total One Year Cost $50,810
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$42,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

47% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Lenoir Rhyne University are Health Professions, Business, and Education. 18% of students major in Health Professions, 14% in Business, and 14% in Education.

  • Health Professions 18%
  • Business 14%
  • Education 14%
  • Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies 11%
  • Social Sciences 8%
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Last updated: August 2026