Education is a continual experience and a lifelong commitment. We’re glad that you are considering pursuing education beyond traditional boundaries.
Maybe you’re completely new to higher education, have already spent some time in a collegiate environment or already have a degree. We know your educational background is unique, which is why we want to partner with you as you further your education.
As an adult student, visiting student, returning student or non-degree-seeking student, we welcome you into our intentionally Christian community. We will accommodate your needs and provide options for you to receive the education you’re seeking, where you can study in a top-ranked program under our caring, attentive faculty.
Higher education is a big decision, but we’re here to support you every step of the way.
If you would like to have a traditional on-campus experience, but may not be a traditional freshman or transfer student, read on to see which application route will be right for you.
Choose Your Path
Returning
This application is for those of you who came to Lipscomb before but left without completing your bachelor’s degree. You also haven’t been to another school since leaving Lipscomb. Once you apply, we will be retrieving your Lipscomb transcript and making sure there aren’t any holds or issues with Campus Life and the provost. The application fee is not required for you.
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Returning with Credit
This application is for those of you who left Lipscomb without receiving your degree and you attended another institution. You will need to submit official transcripts from those schools to admissions@lipscomb.edu. We’ll also be retrieving your Lipscomb transcript and other transcripts you may have submitted before coming the first time. The application fee is not required for you.
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Non-Degree Seeking
This application is for those who aren’t pursuing a degree but just need to take some classes that will take more than one semester to complete. You will need to submit all of your previous transcripts EXCEPT those from your high school. If your college sends electronic transcripts, they can be sent to admissions@lipscomb.edu. We also won’t need ACT or SAT scores. You will need to submit an application fee and you can do that on your Bison Portal.
*If you have not enrolled in a college and are choosing this option, please contact Autumn Hooton at autumn.hooton@lipscomb.edu.
One Semester Only
If you are just wanting to take a course or two, and you will be completing it in one traditional term (fall, spring, or summer), this application is for you. We will need you to submit all of your previous transcripts EXCEPT from your high school. If your college sends electronic transcripts, they can be sent to admissions@lipscomb.edu. You will need to submit an application fee and you can do that on your Bison Portal.
*If you have not enrolled in a college and are choosing this option, please contact Autumn Hooton at autumn.hooton@lipscomb.edu.
Second Degree Seeking
If you have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher and would like to pursue another bachelor’s degree, you are second degree seeking and this application is for you. We won’t need your high school transcript or test scores. You will need to submit official transcripts from your previous colleges. If your college sends electronic transcripts, they can be sent to admissions@lipscomb.edu. You will need to submit an application fee and you can do that on your Bison Portal.
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Adult Students
We have multiple options for adult students who are ready to either finish or begin work on a bachelor’s degree, including options for adult students who want to take on-campus courses in our traditional format.
Dual Enrollment
If you are a high school junior or senior seeking to enroll in courses at Lipscomb University while simultaneously being enrolled in courses at your high school, we have a dual enrollment option. To be considered for a dual enrollment class, you must have a 2.5 GPA and an ACT composite of 21, or the SAT equivalent, and the ACT subsection of 21, or the SAT equivalent, in the subject you wish to complete. You must be admitted to the university by August 1 for the fall semester and December 1 for the spring semester.
Admission Requirements
The admissions process can be difficult to navigate for non-traditional students as requirements may vary depending upon your educational path. Our team is here to support you. Learn more about what steps you need to take to begin your admissions process.
Transferring Credits
Already completed some college credit hours that will need to transfer over? Our online tool makes it easy for you to figure out how your previous coursework corresponds to both our general education requirements and major-specific classes. Take a look at Lipscomb’s transfer guidelines and find out what you can check off of your to-do list.
Financial Aid
Your situation is unique, and so are your financial aid options. Choose the path that best describes you to see your options.