Undergraduate Admission
Discover the countless ways LR can help you achieve your goals.
If you’re ready to transform your future, Lenoir-Rhyne University is the perfect choice for you.
With 45 majors to choose from, you can connect with an admission counselor to find the perfect path for your dreams and goals. To help you get the most out of your education, we offer small class sizes so that you can get hands-on learning from our incredible faculty.
Accredited and affordable, Lenoir-Rhyne offers an exceptional educational experience and outstanding value. Every student who enrolls receives some form of financial assistance. Thanks in part to the generous support of our alumni, LR offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid opportunities based on academic achievement, merit, talent and financial need.
You can apply to LR as a first-year student using the Common App or the LR application. ACT/SAT test scores are not required for admission or enrollment into our university. LR offers rolling admission and views applications daily.
As you seek an undergraduate program that aligns with your goals, learn more about our application process, financial support and campus life.
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We invite you to discover your life-changing experience at LR. Explore and visit our campus.
The Lenoir-Rhyne Experience
We believe our university experience provides you with degree opportunities, support networks and affordability. Our alumni and student testimonials speak for themselves.
Lenoir-Rhyne faculty, staff and coaches are willing to go further to help you progress, whether academic, athletic, personal or professional. The people at LR make it special.
Academics
Our university is home to many programs, including nursing, sciences, education, business and liberal arts. You will have the opportunity to do internships, study abroad and service-learning experiences to further your education outside the classroom. Choose from more than 50 undergraduate programs to start on your path to achieving your degree.
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The most memorable part of my LR experience is definitely the people; my friends, my coaches and the LR faculty.
Campus Life
At Lenoir-Rhyne, you can easily access everything that makes college life complete:
- 60+ student organizations and activities scheduled throughout the year.
- Multiple dining opportunities ranging from our dining hall to Chick-fil-A, Joe's Coffee and more.
- Access to a fitness center, pool, athletic facilities and intramural offerings.
- Health and wellness support.
- Locations for study, quiet reflection and more.
We offer an inclusive and safe atmosphere where you can gather with friends, take a break from studying, hang out and relax.
Discover Student LifeA Community Where You Belong
At Lenoir-Rhyne, we believe everyone deserves to feel welcomed, valued and supported. Our community is strengthened by the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that students, faculty and staff bring to campus. Together, we create an environment where everyone has opportunities to connect, contribute, grow and thrive.
Rooted in our Lutheran tradition, our commitment to belonging reflects our values of respect, compassion and service to others. By learning from one another, building meaningful relationships and embracing different perspectives, we create a stronger campus community and prepare students to lead lives of purpose and make a positive difference in the world.
Belonging at LR supports this commitment by creating opportunities for students to build connections, engage with the campus community and develop a meaningful sense of belonging.
Go Beyond What’s Expected
We don’t just offer a world-class education—we create a community of passionate learners to lift you up and inspire you to become your best self.
News & Events
Seven student teams turned canned goods into creative sculptures during LR’s inaugural Homecoming Canstruction competition, collecting 842 cans of food for the campus food pantry.
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As Lenoir-Rhyne prepares for a major renovation of Cromer Center, alumni, families and friends have a new opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the building through a personalized donor recognition wall.
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