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Lincoln University-California

#2283 in US ranking Oakland, CA
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Tuition & fees
$14,110

Outcomes

Graduation rate
100%

What does Lincoln University-California offer in terms of athletics?

Students should verify Lincoln University-California's current sports roster and competition arrangements directly with the Oakland institution before treating athletics as part of their enrollment plan. A team's existence, a recreational opportunity and membership in a collegiate athletic association are different claims.

Anyone hoping to compete should ask which sports are active in the intended academic year, what eligibility rules apply and whether participation would conflict with required classes or practical training. Athletic scholarships should not be assumed without an offer specifying their terms.

What student groups and Associations are available at Lincoln University-California?

At Lincoln University-California, the most useful question about student associations is which groups are active this term and how a new student can join them. A small institution's opportunities can change with student interest and leadership, so an old club listing may not reflect current activity.

Applicants interested in academic, cultural, service or recreational groups can ask the student-affairs office for its current recognized-organization list, meeting schedule and procedure for starting a group. These student-led associations should be distinguished from university-organized events and support services.

Who studies at Lincoln University-California?

Lincoln University-California reported 436 enrolled students in the supplied institutional figures, making it a relatively small university. The figures include 114 full-time, degree-seeking first-time undergraduates; they should not be mistaken for the size of the entire undergraduate population.

In the reported geographic breakdown, 67% of students were California residents and 33% were from foreign countries. These shares describe origins in that reporting set, not citizenship or individual immigration status. The reported student-to-faculty ratio was 15 to 1, which is an institution-wide calculation rather than a promise about the size of any particular class.

How does student life look like at Lincoln University-California?

Student life at Lincoln University-California is shaped by its small enrollment and Oakland location. Students can expect a different daily routine from that of a large residential university, particularly because the institution does not offer college-operated undergraduate housing.

The university reports personal or psychological counseling as a student service. It has also listed welcome activities that give new students opportunities to meet classmates. Prospective students who want a fuller picture of day-to-day life should ask about the current orientation schedule, gathering spaces, counseling access and events held outside standard class hours.

What libraries are available to students at Lincoln University-California?

The institution identifies its campus library as the Lincoln University Library. It provides a place to investigate coursework and research needs, but students should check current hours and access rules against their likely class schedule.

The reported library information does not indicate round-the-clock study areas or reservable study rooms. Students who depend on evening study space should confirm opening hours, while those planning substantial research should ask a librarian which subject databases, electronic journals, research-help services and borrowing arrangements are available for their program.

Lincoln University-California Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

436

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

114

Total staff

9 full time, 18 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Lincoln University-California Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 204
Graduate: 232

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 433
Part-time: 3

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 31
Men: 83

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 14
Black or African American: 47
White: 53
Asian: 8

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.