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Limestone University

Limestone University is a small, private institution located in Gaffney, sc. Founded in 1845, Limestone University offers undergraduate degrees in 39 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 2
undergraduates 1,551 undergraduates
cost $26,300 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into Limestone University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor recommended to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 89.5%
SAT score average N/A
ACT score average N/A
Average high school GPA 3.45
Application fee N/A
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Key deadlines

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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Limestone University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 11:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
11 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Computer Science and Information Technology
Law and Legal Studies
Health and Medical Professions
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Social Work
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Marketing
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Psychology, General

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $26,300
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,645
Books & supplies $1,240
Other expenses $2,870
Cost of attendance* $41,055
Average financial aid package $18,346
Estimated cost $22,709 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $26,300
Additional expenses
Room & board $10,645
Books & supplies $1,240
Other expenses $2,870
Cost of attendance* $41,055
Average financial aid package $18,346
Estimated cost $22,709 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Limestone University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,551, with gender binary students split 49% male and 51% female.

Total enrollment

1,786

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
42%
African American %
29%
Hispanic American %
3%
Asian %
1%
Native American %
1%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
22%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Limestone University, students love their Fellowship of Christian Athletes, student athletes compete in Division 2 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 1115 College Drive, Gaffney, SC 29340-3799
phone 864-489-7151
address www.limestone.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Fellowship of christian athletes

Student government association

Student alumni leadership council

Campus crusade (cru)

Limestone activities board (lab)

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 2
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Limestone University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Limestone University?

Limestone University is located in Gaffney, sc.

What is the acceptance rate at Limestone University? 

The acceptance rate for Limestone University is 89%.

What’s the average GPA for Limestone University?

The average high school GPA for Limestone University students was 3.45.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Limestone University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Limestone University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $164,220.

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