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University of Lynchburg

#646 in US ranking Lynchburg, VA
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Private not-for-profit
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Cost

Cost / year
$52,277
Tuition & fees
$38,150
Avg. aid
$22,229
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
43%
SAT range
980–1230

Outcomes

Graduation rate
57%
Median salary
$47,262
1 yr after graduation

What does University of Lynchburg offer in terms of athletics?

University of Lynchburg competes in NCAA Division III athletics and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Varsity teams include sports such as soccer, lacrosse, basketball, field hockey, baseball, softball, and track and field.

Varsity competition is only one way to participate. Campus recreation and intramural activities offer options for students who want organized play without joining an intercollegiate roster, while some activities may operate as clubs. These categories can differ in coaching, travel, tryouts, and time commitment; a sport appearing in a broad campus-activities list should not automatically be assumed to be a varsity team.

Division III schools do not award athletics scholarships on the basis of athletic participation, although students may qualify for other forms of financial aid. Prospective varsity athletes should discuss recruiting and team expectations with the relevant coach.

What student groups and Associations are available at University of Lynchburg?

University of Lynchburg offers student involvement through student government, activity planning, service, performing arts, recreation, and interest-based groups. Reported examples include the Student Government Association, Student Activities Board, outdoor leadership activities, and fraternity and sorority life.

Students can also look for academic or professional groups connected to their major, as well as cultural, religious, and community-service organizations. A student-run newspaper, theater group, and choral groups provide additional ways to participate. Recognized organizations can change with student interest and leadership, so the current campus organization directory is more useful than an older list when planning to join a specific club.

Who studies at University of Lynchburg?

University of Lynchburg enrolled about 2,316 students in the reported institutional count. The first-time degree-seeking entering group numbered 438, while 60 students entered as degree-seeking transfers. Those entry figures describe particular cohorts, not the entire undergraduate population.

The student body includes traditional-age students and older learners. Reported age counts show substantial enrollment among students ages 18 to 21, alongside students in their late twenties and beyond. Geographic reporting places 57% of students in the Virginia-resident category and 19% in other U.S. states; a separately reported 23% were from foreign countries. The categories and reporting periods should be checked before using them to characterize a particular classroom or program.

First-year admissions reporting recorded 227 women and 211 men among enrolled first-time students. Institution-wide demographic figures and first-year figures answer different questions, so they should not be combined as if they describe the same group.

How does student life look like at University of Lynchburg?

Student life at University of Lynchburg has a substantial residential component: reported housing figures indicate that 74% of students live on campus, while about a quarter commute. That mix can shape when students use campus facilities and how easily they take part in evening activities.

Beyond classes, students can use campus recreation, attend performances and events, and seek support through health and personal counseling services. Orientation and advising are worth examining closely for a student entering a demanding major or adjusting to college coursework. Commuters may want to check the timing of programs and access to study spaces between classes rather than assuming activities are designed only for residents.

What libraries are available to students at University of Lynchburg?

Knight-Capron Library is University of Lynchburg's main campus library. It provides study space and research resources for students working on assignments, locating academic literature, or preparing larger projects.

Reported facilities include reservable study rooms and study areas with extended, including around-the-clock, access on certain days. Library hours can vary by space and academic calendar. Students should use the library's current services information to check access to databases, research assistance, borrowing, and materials not held locally; having a library collection does not mean every article or book is immediately available.

University of Lynchburg Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2316

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

386

Member of Athletic Associations

NCAA

Total staff

130 full time, 84 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

University of Lynchburg Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 1,595
Graduate: 721

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,045
Part-time: 271

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 233
Men: 153

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 94
Black or African American: 114
White: 825
American Indian or Alaska Native: 6
Asian: 22
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 3
Two or more races: 76
Unknown: 105

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

University of Lynchburg Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NCAA

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

Baseball

Men––

Basketball

BothBoth–

Cheerleading

–Women–

Cross-country running

Both––

Equestrian sports

Both––

Field hockey

Women––

Golf

Both––

Lacrosse

Both––

Rock climbing

–Both–

Sand volleyball

WomenBoth–

Soccer

BothBoth–

Softball

WomenBoth–

Swimming and diving

Both––

Tennis

BothBoth–

Track and field

Both––

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

BothWomen–

Wrestling

Men––

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.

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