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Higher Education with a Higher Purpose

The educational experience at Lipscomb remains anchored in a rich academic experience characterized by deep spiritual formation.

Looking for a Christ-centered community away from home? At Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee, your ambition to excel is embraced in faith and refined by learning. Join a community that shines the light of Christ to magnify the best in you.

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“Christian” is not simply a category for us—it is everything. Every aspect of Lipscomb is rooted in Christ, bound by the truth, inspired by His calling. We believe understanding who you are in Christ informs how you discern and live out your calling.

We prepare learners for purposeful lives through rigorous academics and transformative experiences. Lipscomb offers an intellectually challenging academic program with a commitment to continual spiritual formation while engaging the world.

Service

Service

Following the example of Christ and our founder David Lipscomb, we seek to serve our neighbors in need wherever they may be, and in doing so, prepare you to lead a life of purpose marked by acts of service.

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Spiritual Life

Every element of life at Lipscomb is intentionally designed to enrich your faith, wherever you find yourself along the journey. Here, we believe that faith can't be separated from the rest of your college experience, which is why you'll find academic service learning programs, robust options to get involved with campus ministry, and a twice-weekly chapel where we gather as a campus community to worship together.

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Vocational Discovery

We will help you discern your gifts and God’s calling on your life. Whether you are serving on an international mission trip or learning how to fulfill your vocational calling right here on campus, we strive to ensure that your student experience will nourish both your mind and your spirit.

Spiritual Life
Missions

Missions

We provide you with global opportunities to explore ministry and vocation as an expression of the Kingdom of God through short-term mission, and it is our hope that you will creatively utilize your unique gifts and passion as you share the gospel through service and ministry. Our long-term strategy ensures our volunteers go back year after year, joining the same communities, deepening relationships, and developing best practices for engagement.

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Ready to join the Herd?

Lipscomb could be your home away from home. Our Christ-centered community will support your professional and spiritual growth. Take the next step in your journey to Lipscomb.