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Lindsey Wilson College

#1698 in US ranking Columbia, KY
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$41,076
Tuition & fees
$28,392
Avg. aid
$22,703
Receiving aid
100%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
44%
Median salary
$37,774
1 yr after graduation

What does Lindsey Wilson College offer in terms of athletics?

Lindsey Wilson's Blue Raiders compete in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, or NAIA, and the Mid-South Conference. This is varsity intercollegiate athletics, not NCAA competition.

The institution reports offerings across sports such as football, basketball, soccer, baseball, softball, swimming, wrestling, volleyball, track and field, and bowling. A prospective athlete should check the current roster of varsity teams, recruiting requirements, and the sport's competition schedule; a sport appearing in an institutional listing does not establish that every form of participation is open in every term.

Students interested in fitness without joining a varsity team should distinguish recreational opportunities from intercollegiate teams when asking about facilities and activities. Athletic aid, where available, is subject to individual eligibility and award decisions.

What student groups and Associations are available at Lindsey Wilson College?

Student involvement at Lindsey Wilson includes opportunities in campus media and the performing arts. Institutional reporting identifies a student-run newspaper, a drama or theater group, a marching band, and choral groups.

Those activities give students different ways to participate: writing or editing, performing, and working with peers on productions or events. Students seeking an academic, service, cultural, or faith-related organization should consult the current student-activities directory for active groups and membership procedures. A listed activity is not necessarily a recognized student organization, and group activity can change from year to year.

Who studies at Lindsey Wilson College?

Lindsey Wilson reported 4,193 enrolled students in the supplied institutional enrollment figures. Its student body includes recent high school graduates, transfers, and older students, so the experience of a first-year resident is not necessarily representative of everyone enrolled.

There were 390 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 161 transfer-in students in 2024-25 reporting. Kentucky residents accounted for 69% of students, while 22% came from other U.S. states and 9% from foreign countries. The age distribution also shows a substantial adult presence: students ages 25-29 numbered 1,040, compared with 569 ages 18-19.

Enrollment totals combine students whose programs, study formats, and attendance patterns may differ. Applicants comparing class experience should ask about the students and course formats in their intended program, rather than assuming the institution-wide total describes the Columbia campus at a particular hour.

How does student life look like at Lindsey Wilson College?

Student life at Lindsey Wilson combines a residential Columbia campus with a substantial commuting population. Institutional figures indicate that 59% of students lived on campus and 41% commuted, a distinction that can affect how students participate outside class.

Reported campus resources include a health clinic and personal or psychological counseling. Activities in the arts, athletics, and recurring campus events provide ways to meet peers, while students with work, family, or travel commitments may need to plan around event times. First-year students are permitted to register or park a car on campus, which is relevant in a small-town setting where students may travel for errands or placements.

Students evaluating daily life can ask about orientation, the hours of support services, and where commuter students can study between classes. Those details often matter more to an individual schedule than an overall enrollment figure.

What libraries are available to students at Lindsey Wilson College?

Katie Murrell Library is Lindsey Wilson's main campus library. It provides a place for academic study, and reported services include reservable study rooms.

Students planning research-heavy courses should check the library's current catalog, databases, research-help options, and rules for accessing materials from off campus. The library is not reported as having study areas open around the clock, so students who need late-night space should check current hours and other available study locations rather than assume 24-hour access.

Lindsey Wilson College Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

4193

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

373

Total staff

120 full time, 110 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

Lindsey Wilson College Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,722
Graduate: 2,471

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 3,586
Part-time: 607

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 178
Men: 195

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 2
Black or African American: 194
White: 1,037
American Indian or Alaska Native: 10
Asian: 7
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 3
Two or more races: 71
Unknown: 102

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Lindsey Wilson College Sports & Athletics

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Archery

Both–Both

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Bowling

Both–Both

Cheerleading

Both–Women

Cross-country running

Both–Both

Football

Men–Men

Golf

Both–Both

Soccer

Both–Both

Softball

Women–Women

Swimming and diving

Both–Both

Tennis

Both–Both

Track and field

Both–Both

Volleyball

Women–Women

Wrestling

Both–Both

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.