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Lipscomb was founded in Nashville, Tenn., in 1891 by two individuals–David Lipscomb and James A. Harding–who believed that a truly educated individual of their time could not be so without attention given to spiritual growth as well as academics. So, in addition to its role as the most critical guidebook in a Christian's life, the Bible was also given an academic position along with, we suppose, the works of Aristotle, Ovid, and other hallmarks of classical education. The school opened with men, women, and children attending (the beginnings of our 1,300-students pre-kindergarten through grade 12 campus school) and has grown into a consistently top-ranked university. Sure, things had changed from that October day in 1891, but what grounded us then grows us to this day. A university is still a place of academic rigor and spiritual growth, with more than 4,500 students enrolled at the university. They can choose from eight bachelor's degrees in 78 majors or 145 areas of undergraduate study, several pre-professional programs, and an accelerated evening and online adult degree program for those who wish to complete their undergraduate degrees. Lipscomb also offers 25 master's degrees, four education specialist degrees, and three doctorate degrees in 58 fields of study. Lipscomb University is a private, coeducational institution whose principal focus is undergraduate education in the liberal arts and sciences, combined with several undergraduate professional and pre-professional fields and master's and doctoral degree programs. Its primary mission is to integrate Christian faith and practice with academic excellence. This mission is carried out in the classroom and by involvement in numerous services to the church and the broader community. We maintain founder David Lipscomb's belief that faith-based education succeeds when it produces a person who knows how to put that education to excellent use. That is why a Lipscomb education focuses on developing not just your intellect, but also your spirit, your skills, and your direction. Our goal is to help you further what you know, what you believe, and what you can do once you leave here. To ensure our students can go both broad and deep in their studies, Lipscomb University includes nine discipline-focused colleges (such as Business, Education, and Pharmacy & Health Sciences) along with a liberal arts college. Several academic institutes dedicated to particular subjects—Conflict Management, Christian Spirituality, Civic Leadership, and Sustainable Practice, for example—round out our offering. From accounting to visual arts, Lipscomb undergraduates choose from more than 78 majors in 145 areas of study for a bachelor's degree. And those degrees count: consistently, more than 90 percent of Lipscomb alums begin jobs or graduate school within a year of graduating. Speaking of graduate school, we also offer more than 48 degrees, plus 21 certificates and endorsement programs at the graduate level. But there is more! Because Lipscomb's commitment to providing a fully rounded education does not stop at academics, we offer programs that integrate learning with service, travel, ministry, and more. These are not degree tracks; instead, they are opportunities to discover and develop yourself as a whole human being. Make sure your passport is current! Lipscomb students have the opportunity to travel nationally and internationally for a week, a month, or a semester. Study abroad, mission trips, winter-break excursions—there is no better way to gain knowledge and experience of the world, in the world. Are you ready to work hard? Are you ready to be busy? Are you ready to go deep in your field, your spiritual beliefs, and your connections with others? Are you ready to meet professors who open your mind and fellow students who open your worldviews? Then Lipscomb may be the place to prepare you for what is next in your life. Almost 3,000 undergraduates pursue three- or four-year bachelor's degree programs at Lipscomb. Our admissions process focuses on finding people who want to tackle their education at full speed and from all sides—people who are multidimensional and motivated. Test scores count, yes but what counts more is who you are, where you have been, and where you want to go. Lipscomb has 25 master's programs at the graduate level, attended by about 1,700 students with some of the boldest ideas and biggest hearts out there. While the disciplines they study could not be more diverse (from biomolecular science to family therapy), our graduate students share a drive to explore and, ultimately, impact our world for the better. Are you ready to take your career to the next level but juggle a family or a full-time job? Here is our promise—we will meet you where you are. And we do so through our flexible online degree offerings. See, we will not compromise our value. At Lipscomb, earn bachelor's, masters and doctorate-level degrees that best match your career goals, and be prepared to stand out. You selflessly chose to serve your country in recognition; we are committed to helping you prepare for the next chapter of your life. However, Lipscomb's participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program, eligible military veterans and their families can receive free tuition towards an undergraduate degree or pursue select master's programs either tuition-free or at a reduced cost. All undergraduates pursue a liberal arts curriculum to cover the essentials and then choose from nearly 78 majors. And thanks to Lipscomb's internship, service learning, and global studies programs, you will graduate with so much more than book learning—you will gain real-world skills, experience, and understanding. Lipscomb was founded in 1891 as a place where challenging academics and spiritual formation go hand in hand. That is just as true today. We are also a place where you can play Division I athletics, travel to almost all the continents (only Antarctica has not made a list...) and prepare for your profession. View full university