Student Financial Services

Competitor Cost Comparison

Competitor Cost Comparison

Data Representative of the 2025-2026 Academic Year

Why pay more for less?

Lindenwood University is one of the most affordable and accessible private universities in the St. Louis region. Whether you study online or on campus, Lindenwood is committed to providing an affordable private education that doesn't sacrifice quality. While everyone's situation is unique, below are some quick cost comparisons to help you take the next step in your educational journey.

Traditional Undergraduate

Comparing Traditional Undergraduate
Saint Louis University
(2025-2026)
$56,960
Missouri Baptist
(2025-2026)
$34,348
Webster University
(2025-2026)
$32,390
William Woods University
(2025-2026)
$30,200
Maryville University
(2025-2026)
$24,766
Missouri Valley College
(2025-2026)
$22,500
Lindenwood University
(2025-2026)
$21,094

Source: University websites, most recently published tuition and fees as of September 10, 2025. Costs shown are tuition per year (two semesters). Housing, food, and fees are not included in these comparisons.

Traditional Graduate

Comparing Traditional Graduate
Saint Louis University
(2025-2026)
$1,370
per credit hour
Maryville University
(2025-2026)
$812*
per credit hour
Webster University
(2025-2026)
$775
per credit hour
Missouri Baptist
(2025-2026)
$689*
per credit hour
Lindenwood University
(2025-2026)
$604*
per credit hour

Source: University websites, most recently published tuition and fees as of September 10, 2025.
*Indicates average cost across all master's degree program types.

Online (Undergraduate)

Comparing Online (Undergraduate)
Saint Louis University
(2025-2026)
$660
per credit hour
Maryville University
(2025-2026)
$599*
per credit hour
Missouri Baptist
(2025-2026)
$544
per credit hour
Lindenwood University
(2025-2026)
$525
per credit hour
Webster University
(2025-2026)
$490
per credit hour

Source: University websites, most recently published tuition and fees as of September 10, 2025.
*Indicates average cost across all program types.

Online (Graduate)

Comparing Online (Graduate)
Saint Louis University
(2025-2026)
$810
per credit hour
Maryville University
(2025-2026)
$803*
per credit hour
Webster University
(2025-2026)
$775
per credit hour
Missouri Baptist
(2025-2026)
$750*
per credit hour
University of Phoenix
(2025-2026)
$698
per credit hour
Lindenwood University
(2025-2026)
$584
per credit hour

Source: University websites, most recently published tuition and fees as of September 10, 2025.
*Indicates average cost across all master's degree program types.