University of Lynchburg

6/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Lynchburg, VA
5.0 1 review

#6 Best Private Colleges in Virginia

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Overview

Total enrollment

2,316

Location Lynchburg, Virginia
Website lynchburg.edu
Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small City
Religious Affiliation Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

The University of Lynchburg is a private institution situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, approximately one hour from Roanoke. The 264-acre suburban campus features Georgian Colonial architecture and a mix of historic and modern facilities, with Dell Ridge serving as a distinctive natural landmark at its center. Founded in 1903 as Virginia Christian College before becoming Lynchburg College, the institution achieved university status in 2018 and maintains its historical affiliation with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across three colleges, with notable strengths in nursing, health sciences, and business, while also operating a Doctor of Medical Science program. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, housed primarily in traditional residence halls and apartment-style complexes, and the institution competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Hornets.

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Ratings

University of Lynchburg is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10.

Overall Rating

6 out of 10
Academics

6 out of 10
Resources

7 out of 10
Outcomes

4 out of 10
Value

6 out of 10

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Rankings

Rankings for University of Lynchburg within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Moderate

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 980/1230
GPA 3.53

Acceptance Rate

43%

Applications Due Sep 1, 2026
Enrollment Rate 14.7%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$36,750

Costs for University of Lynchburg
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$36,750
Books and Supplies		$1,000
Other Fees		$0
Room and Board		$13,700
Budget for Other Expenses		$2,050
Total One Year Cost		$53,500

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$46,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

52% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at University of Lynchburg are Health Professions, Social Sciences, and Business. 15% of students major in Health Professions, 12% in Social Sciences, and 11% in Business.