Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, Kentucky 42728-1223
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — excellent value
Lindsey Wilson College is a private institution in Columbia with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
38% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $41,129 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,811.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Blue Raiders
History & Fun Facts
- •History Lindsey Wilson University was founded in 1903 as a training school by the Louisville Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South.
- •Lindsey Wilson's first day of classes was held on January 3, 1904, attended by 222 students.
- •The college ended its relationship with Vanderbilt in 1914 and in 1923 Lindsey Wilson became Lindsey Wilson Junior College when it expanded its curriculum to offer a two-year liberal arts program.
- •In 1951, the college received accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
- •The training school remained on campus until 1979.
Source: Wikipedia
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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
50.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.3%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$11,514
Programs (39)
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
63%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
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 KY state average