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Our nation's beloved 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, was a native of neighboring Kentucky. But you might not know that he envisioned "a great university for the people of this area" here in the Cumberland Gap. One hundred forty years later, Lincoln Memorial University is the heir of that vision, and we are very proud to wear his name and embrace his legacy. Nestled in the pristine Appalachian Mountain range, LMU's main campus in Harrogate, Tennessee, is both scenic and historic. About 55 miles north of Knoxville, Tennessee, we're perfectly poised to offer a liberal arts education. With a main campus full of activities for residential students and multiple off-campus sites in surrounding areas, LMU provides educational experiences to suit your life. LMU offers over 30 academic majors ranging from accounting to conservation biology, so that success is within your reach. Most importantly, LMU is a close-knit community filled with people who care, so students can expect personal attention. At LMU, students build relationships that last, and they learn lessons they'll carry for life. We invite you to explore our website and learn more about Lincoln Memorial University.
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Academic programs

  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nursing
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

First-year

Applying to college shouldn't be a chore. We've gathered all the information we think you'll need and put it right here at your fingertips. First, you should know that Lincoln Memorial University offers relevant and diverse curricula that can be tailored to your individual goals and personal growth. First year applicants should have completed high school (or the equivalency) and may have completed less than 15 hours of (seated) college-level course credit.

Transfer

We know that as you make plans to transfer to LMU from another college, you have specific objectives and goals for your education. You can always give us a call in Admissions or make an appointment to discuss your plans in detail. You can apply online, and then make sure to request each institution you attended send us your transcripts. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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Additional information

Each year, Lincoln Memorial University awards incoming students with Academic Excellence Awards (Scholarships). Academic Excellence Awards are awarded to freshmen based on high school GPA and ACT/SAT scores (do not include writing scores). These Awards help make LMU an affordable choice. The amounts listed are yearly amounts, which are divided between the Fall and Spring semesters.

For more information, click here!

Visit us

Come get a feel for our beautiful campus, meet with a member of the Undergraduate Admissions Office, and explore your future as a Railsplitter. We offer tours at 9am and 2pm, most weekdays. During the academic year, tours are led by current Railsplitters and (weather permitting) consist of an hour- 1.5 hour walking tour.

At Lincoln Memorial University, we believe in helping students achieve their goals. We ask students to tell us where they want to be, and we will show you how LMU can help you get there.