First Year Student

We're here to help make each step toward becoming a Lincoln Lion a smooth experience. Follow the steps below to apply to become a first-year student at Lincoln University.

Who should apply as a freshman?

You should apply as a freshman if you are currently attending high school, home-school, or have received a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) but have not enrolled at a college/university.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

  • Application opens: Sep. 1
  • Priority decision: Feb. 1
  • FAFSA priority filing deadline: Apr. 1
  • Decision deadline for admitted students: May 1

Spring Semester

  • Application opens: Jul. 1
  • Priority decision: Nov. 15
  • Decision deadline for admitted students: Dec. 15

How to Apply

STEP 1: Complete an undergraduate admission application

Apply online using the Lincoln Admissions Application, Common Application or the Common Black College Application. You must submit only one application to be considered for admission. There is no cost to apply through Lincoln's application..

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STEP 2: Submit required supplemental documents

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