Admission
Your future starts here. Lenoir-Rhyne University offers an education with tremendous value that fosters social mobility, engaged faculty who are invested in your personal success and a supportive campus community.
We offer a variety of degrees for undergraduate, graduate and seminary students. In addition, prospective students have three campus locations to choose from: Hickory, Asheville and Columbia, in addition to online programs.
Get in touch with an undergraduate admission counselor, graduate admission counselor or seminary admission contact today and start your next great adventure at Lenoir-Rhyne.
The Value of an LR Degree
Whether you're pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, education is a major investment. But we know it's worth it.
Our small class sizes translate to individualized and hands-on learning, giving you a more significant return on investment than at other universities where you get lost in the crowd.
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We offer a variety of undergraduate majors and graduate programs. Plus, our intimate learning environment enables our faculty to connect deeply with each student.
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At most schools, undergraduate students are assigned to someone else’s larger research project and get a small piece of it. The choice and control our students have to do their own research is unique.
What Makes Us Different
Whether it's our small class sizes, supportive campus communities or a variety of majors, discover what makes Lenoir-Rhyne University so unique.
Campus Life
Our campuses in Hickory, Asheville and Columbia offer small campus community environments while providing lots of opportunities for off-campus fun and outdoor recreation.
Admission Staff
Our experienced faculty and staff are the backbone of our great university.
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7227
Hickory, NC 28601 Visit Profile
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7227
Hickory, NC 28601 Visit Profile
News & Events
Meet the student leader working to make LR's Student Government Association more accessible — and learn his strong opinions on Oreos, Darius Rucker and teleportation.
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Lenoir-Rhyne welcomes alumni and friends back to campus Oct. 16–17 for Homecoming 2026, featuring milestone reunions, favorite traditions, the Eastside Commons groundbreaking and Bears football.
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