DAVID LIPSCOMB UNIVERSITY

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David Lipscomb University

School Overview

David Lipscomb University has a Churches of Christ religious affiliation.

The school's main campus is located in a large city (in Nashville, TN). The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Master's (and professional) degree.

Contacting the School

3901 Granny White Pike
Nashville, TN 37204-3951
Main Phone: (615) 269-1000
Web Site: www.lipscomb.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 2,316 (full-time equivalent) students. 97.9% of students attend full-time, while 2.1% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 208 male students and 314 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 39.8% of the student body, while females made up 60.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (4)%, Hispanic (1)%, and Asian (1)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 57.7% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 500. One quarter of students scored at least 630.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 500 or higher. One fourth of students scored 640 or higher.

Degree Levels

Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
First-Professional Degree

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Area Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

Engineering

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

History And Social Sciences

Home Economics

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Philosophy

Physical Sciences

Psychology

General Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Sales And Marketing

Apparel Marketing

Theology And Religious Vocations

School Accreditation

David Lipscomb University reports that it is nationally accredited. Accreditation is by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education.

David Lipscomb University is accredited regionally by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCC).

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

David Lipscomb University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Independent (for basketball).
TranSouth Athletic Conference (for baseball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, baseball, and track & field.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

Remedial assistance
Accelerated programs
AP credits
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
Placement services for graduates

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 19,790
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 14,200
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 19,790

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.
A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is neither required nor recommended.

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