Lincoln University is experiencing continued growth in its enrollment, retention and academic performance this year.

According to a news release from the university, the total enrollment for the fall of 2025 increased by 9.83% to 2,256 students, and 42% of all enrollment is now made up of new students. The retention rate of first-time, full-time freshman rose to 64.4%, the highest rate the university has seen in 30 years.

“Our efforts to improve student success are delivering the kind of results we envisioned,” said Lincoln University President John B. Moseley. “Our students' upward momentum in academic performance and persistence demonstrates they are thriving here academically and personally.”

Academic performance has also increased in the past few years, according to the release. The

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