Lipscomb University

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   The short answer

   Lipscomb University is a private Christian university in Nashville, Tennessee, affiliated with the Churches of Christ. It suits students who want undergraduate or graduate study in a small university setting with a limited set of subject areas.

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   What you can study

   You can study at the bachelor’s and master’s levels in subject areas including Accounting, Business Administration (MBA), Data Science, Arabic Language, and Fine Arts. Example programmes include Accountancy, Accounting, Applied Archaeology, Applied Business, Applied Data Science, Arabic Language, Literature and Culture, and Art at B.A., B.F.A., and M.A. level.

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   Getting in

   International applicants should apply through the university’s admissions process and check the official website for entry requirements, deadlines, document lists, and any English-language or visa-related steps. The university does not publish a full admissions guide in the information available here, so confirm programme-specific requirements with admissions before applying.

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   What it costs

   The university does not publish a fee range for international students; confirm the current tuition with its admissions office. Plan separately for living costs in Nashville, which can vary by housing, transport, and personal spending.

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   Coming from abroad

   The university is in the United States and its main campus is in Nashville, with a satellite location in Downtown Nashville called Spark. Before applying, check which campus your programme uses, what the language of instruction is for your course, and what documents, visa steps, and arrival arrangements you need as an international student.

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   How it compares

   Among 2,515 universities in the United States, Lipscomb is one of the smaller institutions by enrollment, with 4,549 students in fall 2025. Its profile is more focused than many larger universities because it combines a religious affiliation with a short list of subject areas and both undergraduate and graduate study.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.