• Winter Weather Updates

    We are monitoring a winter weather system that will impact university operations this weekend and into early next week. 

    • STATUS: All three campuses will close on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 2 p.m. due to forecasted snow, ice and sleet. Campuses will remain closed through Monday, Jan. 26, with remote work and remote instruction on Monday. Essential operations will continue during the closure. NOTE: LR will operate under normal university operations on Friday, Jan. 23.
    • FACILITIES (Hickory): The library and fitness center will be closed Saturday through Monday. The Cromer Center dining hall is expected to operate on a normal schedule unless otherwise communicated.
    • RECEIVE UPDATES: Check LR email and the LR website for official university updates.
    • STAY CONNECTED: If you haven't already, download and enable notifications for the SafeZone app for timely safety alerts and campus information.

    We appreciate your flexibility and patience as we continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the safety and well-being of our campus community.

    Storm Updates

Undergraduate Scholarships


At Lenoir-Rhyne, our students have the opportunity to receive a variety of financial scholarships. Funds are awarded for a range of achievements and talents.

Merit-Based Scholarships


Merit-based scholarships are designed to support students with a strong record of academic excellence, achievement in extracurricular activities and purpose-driven aspiration. We consider all applicants for merit scholarships automatically, regardless of your financial circumstances.

Outside Scholarships


These are gifts that come from organizations like churches, foundations and community groups. At Lenoir-Rhyne, you can stack outside scholarships on top of any university awards you receive. For more information, visit our Outside Scholarships webpage.

More Information


For more information about scholarship opportunities, please contact our admission team at admission@lr.edu or 828.328.7382.