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About Louisiana Christian University

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Louisiana Christian University is a private university in Pineville, LA, known for its faith-based mission, small class sizes, and masters programs. With an acceptance rate of 75%, Louisiana Christian University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 178 students each year. Louisiana Christian University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1190, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Louisiana Christian University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $12,820 per year; the sticker price of $28,540 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Louisiana Christian University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

75%
Overall Accept Rate
1105
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1190 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Louisiana Christian University

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Essay Strategy
Louisiana Christian University is explicitly faith-centered, so weave your personal Christian faith or how a values-driven community shapes your goals into your personal statement. Admissions looks for students who will actively contribute to LCU's Baptist-affiliated mission, not just attend.
Test Score Strategy
LCU is test-optional, so if your score falls below their typical range, leave it off your application and let your GPA and activities carry more weight instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Louisiana Christian University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$29k/yr$13.2k
30k-48k~$29k/yr$14.6k
48k-75k~$29k/yr$14.8k
75k-110k~$29k/yr$17.3k
110k+~$29k/yr$6.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

41%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$41k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
896
Undergrad Enrollment
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