by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Lincoln degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Lincoln measures up.
Lincoln is ranked #1,362 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #26 of 168 for value.
Among the majors Lincoln offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Public Administration | #24 of 86 |
| Media Arts | #33 of 118 |
| Radio, Television & Digital Communication | #48 of 158 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #48 of 158 |
| General Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | #65 of 216 |
| Health Services | #65 of 216 |
| Health Sciences & Services | #82 of 263 |
| General Computer & Information Sciences | #166 of 365 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #206 of 638 |
| Communication & Journalism | #213 of 743 |
Below is the detailed Lincoln value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Lincoln University is ranked #138 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #26 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Lincoln financial aid page to be sure.
Lincoln University is ranked #1,362 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Lincoln University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Lincoln costs about $16,600. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,401 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $28,505 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,977 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,600 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,401 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Lincoln net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Lincoln degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $114,020 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,401 | #1,362 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $59,908 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $114,020 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,401 | #26 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $59,908 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Lincoln shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,585 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,666 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,623 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,201 |
| Over $110K | $16,615 |
About 88% of Lincoln undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $12,423 per year. Get more details on the Lincoln financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Lincoln cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.