PrivateTownHannibal-LaGrange University
Hannibal, Missouri 63401
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Hannibal-LaGrange University is a private institution in Hannibal with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1020, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 381 undergraduates with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,643 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,123.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Trojans
History & Fun Facts
- •In October 2022, the trustees at Hannibal–LaGrange University elected Robert Matz as the 18th president of the university.
- •In 2010, the Missouri Baptist Convention voted to change the institution's name to Hannibal–LaGrange University after a bid to change the name to "University of Hannibal" was voted down.
- •Following several years of declining enrollment, Hannibal–LaGrange University experienced severe financial challenges in 2021 and 2022.
- •These challenges were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic with enrollment declining to 780 students in 2021, down from over 1,000 students a decade prior.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
56.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$13,688
Programs (36)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MO state average