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Lenoir-Rhyne University

Hickory, North Carolina · Private

88%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$24,042average net price

Lenoir-Rhyne University admitted 88% of 3,671 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 51% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Lenoir-Rhyne University

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A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.

Application deadlines

Lenoir-Rhyne University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Lenoir-Rhyne University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Lenoir-Rhyne University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.

What admissions weighs

How Lenoir-Rhyne University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • –

Important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Activities
  • Character
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Considered

  • –

Not considered

  • Test scores
  • Interview
  • Talent or ability
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.73 GPA.

  • 4.039%
  • 3.75–3.9914%
  • 3.50–3.7415%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.247%
  • 2.50–2.9911%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Under 2.0–

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $48,410 a year. After grants, students paid $24,042 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$22,289
  • $30–48k$22,427
  • $48–75k$20,065
  • $75–110k$25,754
  • $110k+$29,067

Quick answers

What is Lenoir-Rhyne University’s acceptance rate?

Lenoir-Rhyne University admitted 88% of applicants: 3,216 of 3,671 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Lenoir-Rhyne University’s application deadline?

Lenoir-Rhyne University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

How much is Lenoir-Rhyne University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Lenoir-Rhyne University have supplemental essays?

No. Lenoir-Rhyne University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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