Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 51%
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
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Lenoir-Rhyne University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 57% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 25th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NC wage index 0.87). 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.
Earnings by Major at Lenoir-Rhyne University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $64,846 | $78,839 | -11% | #768 of 966 | #629 | $21,000 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $22,695 | $53,609 | -2% | #297 of 610 | #216 | $27,000 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods | $45,534 | — | — | — | — | $26,855 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $40,610 | $44,131 | -7% | #526 of 680 | #473 | $27,000 |
| Human Services | $32,732 | — | — | — | — | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Lenoir-Rhyne University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $309,762
- Avg rent near campus: $1,421/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 28613 (5.1% cap, Conover)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $48,410 | $48,410 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Lenoir-Rhyne University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology