Lincoln University's hilltop campus in Jefferson City, founded in 1866 by African-American Civil War veterans as Missouri's first Black university, houses first-year students primarily in Dawson Hall, a 10-story residence hall that reopened in 2025 after a $23 million renovation.
Enrollment
1,799
Total Students
Freshman Class
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Approx.
Move-In Dates
August 12 - August 12, 2026
Fall 2026
Acceptance Rate
61%
Most recent cycle
Move-In
Fall 2026 Move-In Dates
Check-in for new students runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Jason Gymnasium, where campus offices are also on hand to help with any administrative needs the same day. ROAR Orientation, Lincoln's required orientation program, is a continuation of summer registration and begins the same day as move-in. Roar Agents (sophomores and above) are available throughout the day to help freshmen get to and from buildings.
August 12 - August 12, 2026
Check your assignment in the housing portal for your specific date and time.
Move-in day tips
- Arrive during your assigned window - early arrivals often just wait longer.
- Bring a rolling cart or hand truck; loading-zone carts run out fast.
- Parking near freshman halls fills up quickly - have a backup plan or drop-off spot.
- Loading zones usually enforce a strict time limit (often 30 minutes) before you're expected to move your car to long-term parking.
- Activate your student ID online before you arrive - many schools require it for building and elevator access from day one.
- If you want your bed lofted or the frame height adjusted, check whether your school needs that request submitted online in advance - most won't do it on the spot.
- Check your school's specific package-acceptance window before shipping anything ahead - most won't hold early deliveries outside a set date range.
- Unpack essentials first: bedding, toiletries, and chargers, before anything else.
Housing & Dorms
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Dawson Hall
Traditional ยท Coed
First-year only - Photo coming soon
Sherman Hall
Traditional ยท Coed
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Martin Hall
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Housing Links
Links open Lincoln University's website - not always the exact page, but a real starting point.
Orientation
ROAR Orientation / Fall Welcome (required)
All new students are required to attend one orientation session.
August 12 - August 16, 2026
Orientation tips
- Register as early as your class allows - popular session dates fill up first.
- Bring a parent/guardian if separate family programming is offered.
- Check whether placement testing or advising sign-ups happen the same day.
Costs
Room & Board
$9,500
Estimated / Year
Nearby Essentials
Nearby data coming soon.
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Checklists
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A free, printable packing checklist covering everything from bedding to important documents - built for any freshman, including yours at Lincoln University.
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