How do I apply to Lindenwood?
We are excited you are interested in becoming the newest member of the Lindenwood Pride. Your application to the university is your chance to show your stuff and demonstrate why you will excel at Lindenwood. Applying for college may sound overwhelming, but we make it as easy as possible. Plus, we have teams of faculty and staff here to help you through the application process.
Application Information
Applying to Lindenwood is quick and easy. The information below will guide you through several common processes. You can also contact the Office of Admissions to connect with one of our dedication enrollment counselors.
Applying to Lindenwood
Application Submission:
Begin your application process by visiting apply.lindenwood.edu or by selecting Apply Now from the top right of LU’s homepage! Students can also apply via the Common App.
After Applying
Once you have applied to the university, you may wonder what comes next. See the link below to learn more about financial aid and the wonderful opportunities you can expect to find at Lindenwood. If you haven't visited campus yet, set up a time to come see us!
FAFSA Support
Now that you have applied, you may have even more questions about financial aid. to ensure you receive the best possible support, submit your FAFSA as soon as possible.
Application FAQ
Whether you are still working on your application or are wondering what comes next, the questions and answers below may help!
Do I need to take the ACT or SAT?
Test Optional Policy:
Lindenwood University is a test-optional institution that allows students to apply with or without standardized test scores. This policy stems from Lindenwood’s commitment to a holistic review of all applicants. Test-optional allows us to consider a student's strengths rather than focusing solely on their standardized test scores, as we know numbers rarely tell a student’s full story. Our goal is to open the door to quality education for individuals who may not otherwise qualify. We provide students the choice of whether or not they wish to submit their ACT or SAT test scores as part of their application for admission to our institution.
Please contact us if you have any questions at 636-949-4949 or admissions@lindenwood.edu.
https://www.lindenwood.edu/admissions/freshman-admissions/test-optional-policy/
Do I need to send my transcript to Lindenwood?
At the completion of your final high school semester, you must request to have your final transcripts submitted to Lindenwood University to complete your file in Admissions. Students must have all final transcripts submitted in order to check in.
If you are a transfer student, you must submit final grades in order to receive credit for courses in progress. In addition, you must provide Lindenwood official copies of all of your previous college transcripts.
https://www.lindenwood.edu/admissions/transfer-admissions/next-steps-after-admit/
How do I send Lindenwood my transcript?
We accept official transcripts electronically or by mail. If you are sending your official transcripts by mail, please use the following address:
Lindenwood University
Attn: Office of Admissions
209 S Kingshighway St
Saint Charles, MO 63301
If you are sending your transcripts electronically, you can use the following email address:
admissions@lindenwood.edu.
Students applying with fewer than 24 hours of transferable credit, will also be asked to submit an official High School transcript to complete the evaluation process.
Will I receive credit for my AP or Dual Enrollment courses?
Lindenwood University accepts Advanced Placement (AP) credit earned in most areas of study. Students who take AP exams should request scores to be sent to the Office of Admissions. Credit will be awarded based on the score received (3-5) and approval of the Academic College overseeing each exam's subject matter.
Official transcripts are required from the college/university through which the credits were obtained for credit to transfer. Most credits transfer but have to be evaluated to determine how they are applied.
See the current university catalog or contact your Admissions Counselor for more information.
https://www.lindenwood.edu/academics/support-resources/catalogs-schedules/
Do I have to take any placement exams?
Maybe.
For domestic students, your advisor will review the transcripts you provided to the university and assess your placement. They will notify you if a placement test is required.
International students not transferring in college level math or English coursework from an American institution may be required to complete a math and an English placement examination. Students for whom these tests are required will receive more information from their Admissions Counselor.
What is the Enrollment Fee?
The current enrollment fee can be found on our website:
https://www.lindenwood.edu/admissions/admitted-students/
Your enrollment fee confirms your attendance and makes you eligible to enroll in your courses. As a reminder, students are enrolled in courses on a first-come, first served basis. Your enrollment fee may be submitted through your application status page and if you have any questions reach out to your enrollment representative.
What course modalities does Lindenwood offer?
Modality refers to the way that students receive instruction. Lindenwood University is proud to offer two primary modalities for our degree programs: online and on-ground. Students are admitted as either online or on-ground students. If an undergraduate student is considering shifting their mode of study from on-ground, classroom instruction to online learning (or from online to on-ground), they should be aware of a few potential ramifications.
https://www.lindenwood.edu/academics/support-resources/academic-services/student-modality/
Some courses have hybrid (HYB) sections in which students attend in person and elements of the class are accessed online. Some instructors expect students to attend all classes in person; others have students attend in person 1-2 days a week and everything else is online. Instructors will include their expectations in the course syllabus and go over it at the first class meeting.
A small number of flex (FLX) sections are offered each semester and are courses that may be attended in person, virtually at the time the class meets, or treated as an asynchronous online course.
