C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
49/100 · earnings-weighted

Lincoln University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Oakland, California 94612
🌐 https://lincolnuca.edu/
Lincoln University — tuition $11,400
Lincoln University — tuition $11,400
Lincoln University campus, Oakland, CA
Lincoln University campus, Oakland, CA. Photo: Dragonbuddy, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 75%
Outcomes
A
88/100
Affordability
C
51/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
B
65/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

474
Total Enrollment
75%
Graduation Rate
100%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Lincoln University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,695
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$44,602
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
100%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)

Earnings rank: 25th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $536,099
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,956/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94612 (4.3% cap, Oakland)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,400 $11,400

Financial Aid

62%
Receive Any Aid
0%
Receive Pell Grants
6%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

474
Total Students
35%
Women
83%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 4%
Hispanic 3%
Black 24%
Asian 1%
Non-Resident 67%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 83%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lincoln University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Lincoln University?
Tuition at Lincoln University is $11,400 for in-state students and $11,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln University?
The graduation rate at Lincoln University is 75%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lincoln University a good school?
Lincoln University has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Lincoln University?
Lincoln University has a total enrollment of 474 students. Most students (83%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology