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 is located in the rural community of Lamoni, Iowa, positioned approximately 70 miles south of Des Moines and 100 miles north of Kansas City. Established in 1895 by the Community of Christ church, the institution operates from a main campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings spread across 170 acres in southern Iowa. The private, liberal arts university maintains a connection to its religious heritage while serving students of all faiths, offering undergraduate programs with particular emphasis in education, nursing, business, and performing arts. The residential campus houses most students in traditional dormitories and apartment-style facilities, and competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference as the Yellowjackets at the NAIA level.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
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 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#673 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#447 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Iowa
#13 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 | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $720 |
| Room and Board | $10,540 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,460 |
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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Last updated February 24, 2025