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Lindsey Wilson College

Columbia, KY lindsey.edu 1,649 students

Lindsey Wilson College is situated in the small, rural town of Columbia, Kentucky. The campus provides a close-knit community atmosphere, fostering a supportive environment for students. Known for its focus on liberal arts and professional programs, the college emphasizes experiential learning opportunities. A distinctive aspect of the college is its commitment to service and civic engagement within the surrounding region.

Programs
6
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$36,976
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Tuition
$27,274
Sticker price (est.)

Financial Aid

The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Lindsey Wilson College's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 50% of students receive Pell Grants; 50% take federal loans.

Key Insight

Average net price across income brackets is $14,470, roughly 47% lower than the published tuition.

Net Price by Family Income

Academic Year 2025
Income Bracket Avg Net Price 4-Year Net Cost
$0 – $30K $12,601 $50,404
$30K – $48K $12,219 $48,876
$48K – $75K $12,466 $49,864
$75K – $110K $17,054 $68,216
$110K+ $18,013 $72,052
Sticker price (no aid) $27,274 $109,096
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

Programs at Lindsey Wilson College

6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Degree Program DW Score 1-yr Earnings AI Risk ROI
Nursing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Compare across schools →
67
$66,800/yr High 4.6x
Business Administration
Business Administration, Management and Operations Compare across schools →
44
$35,986/yr High 3.5x
Teacher Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Compare across schools →
39
$34,691/yr High 2.2x
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice and Corrections Compare across schools →
36
$29,512/yr Moderate 2.7x
Human Services
Human Services, General Compare across schools →
20
$29,318/yr Moderate 2.3x
Communication and Media Studies Compare across schools →
19
$25,549/yr High 2.5x

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