Lenoir-Rhyne announces tuition-free guarantee for North and South Carolina students
With the Lenoir-Rhyne Tuition-Free Guarantee, tuition will never stand in the way of your dreams. Starting in fall 2026, eligible students from North and South Carolina can earn a world-class education tuition-free—powered by scholarships and grants, not loans.
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LR offers a hands-on approach to learning. Unlike my friends at other schools, I had the opportunity to design and lead my own research project and see it through to completion.
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College is what you make it. LR helped me pursue my passion for helping others—small classes and supportive professors made all the difference both inside and outside the classroom.
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Nathan Shackelford '23, Exercise Science
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Studying abroad in Madrid was one of the most impactful and fulfilling experiences of my life, shaping who I am and clarifying my goals for the future.
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LR offers a hands-on approach to learning. Unlike my friends at other schools, I had the opportunity to design and lead my own research project and see it through to completion.
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Embrace new experiences and stay open to what benefits you—even if it’s different. Take risks, meet new people, connect with professors and start meaningful conversations.
College is what you make it. LR helped me pursue my passion for helping others—small classes and supportive professors made all the difference both inside and outside the classroom.
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Studying abroad in Madrid was one of the most impactful and fulfilling experiences of my life, shaping who I am and clarifying my goals for the future.
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Located in Hickory, N.C., our scenic campus offers small-town charm, outdoor adventure and proximity to major cities and mountain getaways.
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We work with our students to bring costs within reach. Let us help you turn your dreams of college into a reality.
Explore Scholarships & AidProviding community college students with a seamless and affordable pathway to a four-year degree. The program enhances student pathways and removes the obstacles transfer students often face when seeking a bachelor’s degree.
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Complete your master's and bachelor's degrees at the same time saving both time and money.
Explore Accelerated Master's DegreesAll high-achieving, highly motivated students should apply for LR’s prestigious Presidential Scholarship, which offers automatic admission to Fritz Honors College and covers the cost of tuition at Lenoir-Rhyne for eight regular semesters.
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Lenoir-Rhyne expands access to higher education with a bold initiative that removes tuition costs for families across the Carolinas.
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