Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

General requirements:

• High school graduation or its equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on the scale
  of 4.0.
• A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent with a GPA of 2.7 or better on the scale of
  4.0. Conditional admission to the program may be granted to applicants with
  GPA. 2.0 – 2.6.
• English proficiency for international students, see number 12.
• A resume with summary of all work, extracurricular activities, and educational history of the applicant.
• A one-page essay to explain the applicant’s interest in a Lincoln University program.

Additional requirements:

• For MS:
• a GMAT score of at least 500 or an equivalent GRE score.
• Two letters of Recommendation.
• For DBA:
• a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above on the scale of 4.0;
• a GMAT score of 550 or GRE score of 1000, and three letters of recommendation.

General required documents:

1. The application for admission form and one passport-size photograph.
2. A non-refundable application fee of $95.
3. Original high school diploma, or an equivalency certificate for a secondary education attestation accompanied with the official transcripts; or their notarized copies; or other documentation to prove high school graduation or its equivalent.
4. Official transcripts from each postsecondary program from which applicants wish to transfer credit (for applicants who attended other postsecondary educational programs).
5. A one-page essay to explain the applicant’s interest in a Lincoln University program.
6. A resume with summary of all work, extracurricular activities, and educational history of the applicant (graduate degrees only):
7. A photocopy of an identification document* and a social security card (if it exists).
8. A photocopy of passport (International applicants only).
9. Two letters of recommendation, and proof of GMAT/GRE (MS program only).
10. Three letters of recommendation, and proof of GMAT/GRE (DBA program only).

Apply online at: https://apply.lincolnuca.edu/

You can pay your application fee by

1. Pay by credit card during the online application.

OR

2. Wire transfer using the information below:

Bank Name: JP Morgan Chase Bank
Bank Address: 270 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017, USA
Beneficiary Name: Lincoln University
Account Number: 387981852
Routing Number: 021000021
SWIFT Code: CHASUS33

We are familiar with the system and we will assign appropriate weight to your exam results. Please submit your predicted results as a well.

Conditional admissions to the programs may be granted to MBA and MS applicants with a GPA between 2.0 and 2.6. The decision is also based on the students’ personal statement, letters of recommendation, and detailed review of his/her prior academic transcripts.

You can use your reference number to check your application status. Admission decisions usually take up to 10 business days.

Proof of English proficiency is required for all International applicants from countries or schools where English is not the educational language. Applicants should provide results of a recognized test equivalent to at least the following levels of TOEFL scores:

This requirement may be waived if the applicant submit a letter of English proficiency from the most recent school/university attended.

All documents must be accompanied by notarized English translation, if not issued in English originally.

Your acceptance package contains an acceptance letter, an I-20 and other related documents. It will be sent by Express Courier Service within 5 days of acceptance. Number of days for the delivery of documents depends on the Courier service.

The earliest admission date would be mentioned on your I-20. You may enter the U.S. up to 30 days before the program start date.

Within 3 days of your arrival in the U.S.

If you are unable to begin study and have not arrived in the U.S. yet you may defer your admission to the next upcoming semester.

Undergraduate program: $5,460 per semester
Graduate program: $4,680 per semester

Continuing students with superior academic records are eligible to apply for a Board of Trustees Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded from funds provided by the University. The Board of Trustees Scholarship is credited to the student’s account covering up to two semesters’ full-time tuition. Miscellaneous fees for these semesters will be borne by the student. The application procedure involves submission of transcripts, a Board of Trustees Scholarship Application Form, which can be obtained from the Admissions Office, two letters of recommendation, and a brief essay. The awards will be given based on academic excellence and potential to become an outstanding student at Lincoln University. Students must submit a completed application form and all required documentation at least one month before the beginning of a semester. The Lincoln University Scholarship Committee will interview applicants, select winners and announce them before the semester begins.

Yes, if your visa is approved you need to inform us, to secure your admission, by e-mail: admissions@lincolnuca.edu

Questions not answered here can be directed to admissions@lincolnuca.edu