• Welcome Dr. Summer McGee as LR’s 13th President

    Lenoir-Rhyne University Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Summer McGee as President
    Lenoir-Rhyne University has selected Summer McGee, Ph.D, as the institution’s 13th president. Her appointment was enthusiastically approved by the Lenoir-Rhyne Board of Trustees after a national search.

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Decision Days


Congratulations on your acceptance to Lenoir-Rhyne University.

We recognize your potential and want you to choose Lenoir-Rhyne for your higher education journey. Designed specifically for accepted students and their families, Decision Days provide a personalized opportunity to discover more about the exceptional experience that LR offers.

Typical Schedule


  • 9 a.m. - Check-in
  • 9:30 a.m. - Welcome and next steps talk
  • 10 a.m. - Tour our campus and residence halls
  • 11 a.m. Q&A session with a presentation and experiential opportunity with theme representative

For more information, contact us at admission@lr.edu or 828.328.7382.

Register to Attend


Decision Days are offered on the following dates. Register by clicking on the date for which you would like to attend.

  • Dates for 2023 will be announced later this fall. 

News & Events

Two students walking to class along campus sidewalk

Lenoir-Rhyne University is saddened by the news of the Limestone University and St. Andrews University closures. LR is dedicated to providing a path forward for affected students.

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The prestigious Carnegie Classifications place LR among a select group of institutions nationwide for focus on professional programs, student access and career outcomes.

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