Why LCU

Academic Achievements

With more than 80 undergraduate majors, a Scholars Colloquium, and the Mabee Honors College, LCU has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Top 20 Comprehensive College in the Western Region.

Foundation of Faith

At LCU, everything is based on faith. From the first week that freshmen step on campus, they are learning not only academically, but also spiritually. Whether you choose the tradition of Praise Choir or step up and lead in chapel, at LCU your character will form the foundation for a life of purpose and service.

Successful Outcomes

Like so many who have come before you, you'll begin your LCU success story from day one and forever be connected with our impressive network of almost 10,000 alumni. LCU graduates are in high demand—check out our most recent graduates' success in acceptance to professional schools and into their careers:

• Occupational Therapy School - 100% (since 2016)
• Athletic Training School - 100%
• Physician's Assistant School - 100% (since 2021)
• Physical Therapy School - 100%
• Optometry School - 100%
• Education (classroom teacher) - 100%
• 1/3 of Region 17 Administrators have a degree(s) from LCU School of Education
• Medical School - 75% (79% above the national average)
• Family Nurse Practitioner - 100% pass rate on first-time testing

Many of our programs have proven track records of success­check out our acceptance rates over the last decade:

• Vet School: 72%
  (nearly 7 times the national average)
• Dental School: 65%
  (23% above the national average)
• Physical Therapy: 89%
  (46% above the national average)
• Occupational Therapy: 97%
  (120% above the national average)
• Physician Assistant: 88%
  (nearly 3 times the national average)

Awards and Recognition 

Lubbock Christian University has been repeatedly recognized by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, Military Friendly® Schools, College of Distinction, Niche, Great Colleges to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education, Affordable Colleges Online, and The Washington Center. 

Active Lifestyle

From the team-building hilarity of Master Follies to the outrageous stress relief of TWIRP Week, at LCU you won't have time to be bored. You can choose from more than 25 student organizations and more than 15 intramural sports; keep fit at the Rhodes Perrin Rec Center, our 70,000-square-foot facility; cheer on the Chaps and Lady Chaps (including our three-time NCAA Division II National Championship Basketball Team); or travel the world through our Global Campus.

The Lubbock Experience

Lubbock is a vibrant and bustling city serving as the economic, educational, and health-care hub of the South Plains region. The city offers unique shopping with one-of-a-kind boutiques as well as major chains, nearly 1,000 restaurants, an average of 265 days of sunshine a year to explore the 65 public parks and eight golf courses, and a vibrant arts and entertainment scene with galleries, museums, performances at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences, and the First Friday Art Trail in downtown's cultural arts district. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport offers easy accessibility to the region. While at LCU, you will see why Lubbock is an awesome place to live.