We don’t just offer a world-class education—we offer a community of passionate learners to lift you up and inspire you to become your best self.
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Named a U.S. News Top 40 School for Social Mobility and Best Value in the South.
97%
Employed or in Grad School
within six months of graduation.
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LR taught us to use our time wisely and has provided me with a ‘keep moving forward' mentality. And Dr. Knight has always helped show us what we could be.
$30M
Financial aid awarded to students annually
Making college accessible & affordable.
Hickory Campus
Our picturesque campus serves as the backdrop of our students’ diverse and shared experiences. Our students are leaders, researchers and champions. LR Bears are the heart of this small-college town, and the City of Hickory fosters a thriving community for our students.
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See who's making news and what's happening at LR.
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The Lenoir-Rhyne University Alumni Association has approved nine new and returning board members, whose terms will run June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2027.
View More![Six members of the grant writing team for the Noyce scholarship program stand in the George Hall lobby](/sites/default/files/styles/290x218/public/2024-07/noyce-grant-team.jpg?itok=AITgPvXb)
Awarded through the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, the funds will diversify STEM education by providing scholarships for Master of Arts in teaching students specializing in STEM subjects.
View MoreEarn a graduate degree on your terms with learning that fits your life.
20+
Graduate Programs
With expert faculty focused on your success.
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The biggest draw for me for this program is being able to work full-time and complete an entire master's degree in 18 months. It makes me more marketable in the workforce.
900+
Graduate Students
Three graduate campus locations in two states
Hickory, Asheville & Columbia
Whether it’s reinventing your career, advancing your professional skills or elevating your business, our three locations offer quality academic programs paired with hands-on learning opportunities in cities filled with cultural and civic opportunities.
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![Dassow University Commons house and sign](/sites/default/files/styles/290x218/public/2022-07/dassow-univeristy-commons.jpg?itok=5waRaD7n)
The Lenoir-Rhyne University Alumni Association has approved nine new and returning board members, whose terms will run June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2027.
View More![Six members of the grant writing team for the Noyce scholarship program stand in the George Hall lobby](/sites/default/files/styles/290x218/public/2024-07/noyce-grant-team.jpg?itok=AITgPvXb)
Awarded through the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, the funds will diversify STEM education by providing scholarships for Master of Arts in teaching students specializing in STEM subjects.
View MoreWe shape the entire person for faithful service to the church and to the world.
ELCA
Only ELCA seminary in the southeastern U.S.
Live your faith through public ministry.
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Each of the programs on the Columbia campus shares a beautiful piece in common, serving others. These programs all nurture students that are called to serve others...
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
As soon as you arrive at LTSS in beautiful Columbia, South Carolina, you’ll experience what it means to be surrounded by caring and passionate professors and a community atmosphere that is both captivating and supportive.
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Lenoir-Rhyne has named veteran classroom teacher and school administrator Deby Mitchell, Ed.D., as the university's new director of disability services.
View More![Class officers Diego Sanjuan and Bethany Perry lead the line of 2024 graduates](/sites/default/files/styles/290x218/public/2024-05/hickory-graduation-2024.jpg?itok=BFx9Z1qn)
In the second week of May, Lenoir-Rhyne University will hold commencement ceremonies recognizing the Class of 2024 at our three campus locations in Hickory, N.C., Asheville, N.C. and Columbia, S.C.
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