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Lincoln University

Jefferson City, Missouri

๐Ÿซ Public UniversityEst. 1866๐Ÿ”— www.lincolnu.edu

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

โ€”

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

  • Dawson Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

    First-year only
  • Sherman Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

  • Martin Hall

    Traditional ยท Coed

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

Figures shown are estimates for room and board only, and can vary by hall and meal plan. Check with Lincoln University's financial aid office for a cost breakdown specific to your situation.

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