Winchester, VA · Lynchburg, VA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Shenandoah University | University of Lynchburg | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 77.8% | 82.2% |
| In-State Tuition | $36,028 | $35,540 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $36,028 | $35,540 |
| Average Net Price | $15,786 | $11,083 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 62.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Shenandoah University accepts 77.8% of applicants. University of Lynchburg accepts 82.2%. Tuition is close: $36,028 at Shenandoah University, $35,540 at University of Lynchburg. Shenandoah University graduates 71% of students in 6 years. University of Lynchburg graduates 62%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Shenandoah University. It accepts 77.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Lynchburg has lower published tuition: $35,540 versus $36,028. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Shenandoah University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. University of Lynchburg is at 62%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.