Lenoir-Rhyne University
Lenoir-Rhyne University, a private Lutheran university in Hickory, North Carolina, enjoys a rich history dating back to 1891. Affiliated with the North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the university offers over 50 undergraduate majors and nearly 30 graduate programs.
The institution, accredited to award bachelor's and master's degrees, boasts multiple campuses and an endowment of $116 million. With a student population of 2,405, Lenoir-Rhyne fields 20 intercollegiate teams, competing in NCAA Division II as members of the South Atlantic Conference. Noteworthy athletic successes include the 1960 NAIA National Championship in football and the recent men's lacrosse Division II National Championship.
With over 60 clubs and organizations, housing choices for students, and a strong fraternity and sorority society, the institution also encourages a dynamic student life. The dedication to academic achievement and overall student development distinguishes Lenoir-Rhyne University.
DETAILED INFORMATION:
- Founded: 1891
- Phone: 828.328.1741
- Cost: $21,739 / year
- Students: 1,388 Undergrads
- Address: 625 7th Ave NE, Hickory, NC
- Website: https://www.lr.edu/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LenoirRhyne/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenoirrhyne/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lenoirrhyneu
Ranking:
- Best College Athletics in America: 357 of 1,344
- Top Party Schools in America: 440 of 1,512
- Most Diverse Colleges in America: 609 of 1,517
