Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Lamoni, Iowa |
| Online | graceland.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Rural |
| Religious Affiliation | Other (none of the above) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Graceland University-Lamoni, chartered in 1895 and affiliated with the Community of Christ, is a private liberal arts university nestled in the rural town of Lamoni, Iowa, approximately 120 miles south of Des Moines. The university's campus is characterized by its historic and modern architecture, including the distinctive Higdon Administration Building, and provides on-campus housing options to foster an immersive educational environment. Academically, Graceland is known for its School of Nursing and offers a range of undergraduate programs, with education and business-related majors among the more popular choices. Graceland maintains a moderately selective admissions process. While not widely recognized for its athletics, the university competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference with its teams known as the Yellowjackets.
In the most recent statistical year 2,011 prospective students applied, and 1,498 were granted admission. Of those admitted 202 enrolled in the school. 976 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 261 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,250 plus fees of $720. Graceland University-Lamoni is ranked 648 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Graceland University-Lamoni is rated within the lower 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Graceland University Lamoni within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#648 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#434 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Iowa
#10 in Best Private Colleges in Iowa
#21 in Best Value Colleges in Iowa
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 880/1120 |
| ACT | 16/24 |
| GPA | 3.22 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Other Fees | $720 |
| Room and Board | $10,100 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,340 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,850 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 27% |
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Business | 19% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 6% |
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