Financial Aid

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Lincoln Memorial University's goal is to help you succeed in creating your future with value at the forefront. Nearly 90% of LMU undergraduate students receive some type of financial assistance through a combination of scholarships and need-based financial aid. You'll likely find that your individual cost to attend LMU is less than the cost associated with state schools.

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Apply For Aid

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a federal form used to determine your financial aid eligibility. Learn how to complete the FAFSA to maximize your aid eligibility.

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Accept Your Aid

Once your financial aid is processed, you will receive a financial aid offer from LMU. Learn how to view and accept your offer.

What Makes Financial Aid at LMU Special?

When you join the LMU family, you'll find that we are committed to helping you figure out your own unique academic journey by taking the time to know you individually. That's right–as part of the LMU community, expect to be on a first-name basis with your advisors as we get you ready to be the best Railsplitter you can be. We work with each student individually on a case-by-case basis; we know that everyone is different and has their own unique needs. Let us help you sort out a financial aid offer that works best for you, so you don't have to worry.

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Financial Aid FAQ Financial Aid FAQ

Have questions? We have answers!

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Financial Aid Checklist Financial Aid Checklist

Ensure you are completing the financial aid process.

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Verification Verification

What to do if you are selected for verification.

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Loan Programs Loan Programs

Interested in borrowing a loan? Find out your options.

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Special & Unusual Circumstances Special & Unusual Circumstances

Do you have a special or unusual circumstance when it comes to financial aid?

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Commonly used financial aid forms.

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Withdrawals & Adding or Dropping Courses Withdrawals & Adding or Dropping Courses

How does it affect your financial aid and costs?

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Work-Study & Graduate Assistantships Work-Study & Graduate Assistantships

Are you interested in working to help fund your education?

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Student Rights & Responsibilities Student Rights & Responsibilities

Learn your rights and responsibilities as a financial aid recipient.

Information Regarding COVID-19 and the CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by congress and signed into law to provide economic relief from COVID-19. One section of the CARES Act established the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF). Under the HEERF, funds were sent to schools to provide refundable emergency grants to students. These funds provide relief for expenses related to the disruption of instruction due to the pandemic. LMU received $6,499,521 from HEERF and used 50% under Section 18004(a)(1) of the CARES Act to provide refundable Emergency Aid Grants to students.

For more details and information about quarterly budget and expenditure reporting under the CARES Act, review the following PDF report: LMU Quarterly Budget and Expenditure Report (PDF)

Student Financial Services Contact Us

Student Financial Services
Location: DAR-Whitford Hall
Phone: 423.869.6336
Fax: 423.869.6347
Email: finaid@LMUnet.edu