At a Glance
Lindsey Wilson College is a small private nonprofit university in Columbia, KY. Approximately 1,585 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Green River Lake, just 6 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Location
Columbia, KY
Campus Identity
Lindsey Wilson College is a small private nonprofit university in Columbia, KY. Approximately 1,585 undergraduates are enrolled. The campus sits on Green River Lake, just 6 miles from the water. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Lindsey Wilson College is a 1,000–4,999, small-town school with NAIA athletics. The campus is 120 miles from Paoli Peaks.
Athletics
NAIA
Mid-South
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
51°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Lindsey Wilson College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Paoli Peaks, 120 miles away with 8 lifts and 65 skiable acres. All are within 143 miles of campus.
Indiana
Tennessee
Indiana
Lake Life Campus
Green River Lake is 6 miles from campus, making it a true lake-life school, giving Lindsey Wilson College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Green River Lake
Lake access within 6.3 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Columbia, KY
Columbia has a mild climate, with winters averaging 35°F in Jan and summers peaking around 78°F in Jul.
Station: GREENSBURG · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Lindsey Wilson College in KY earns a composite safety score of 65/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $27,808 |
| Fees | $278 |
| Room & Board | $10,176 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $38,262 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
38 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lindsey Wilson College located?
Lindsey Wilson College is located in Columbia, KY. The main campus address is 210 Lindsey Wilson St, Columbia, KY. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How many students attend Lindsey Wilson College?
Lindsey Wilson College enrolls 1,585 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Lindsey Wilson College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Lindsey Wilson College charges $27,808/year in tuition. Including room and board ($10,176/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $25,718/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,070/year — what students actually pay. Use Lindsey Wilson College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What NCAA division is Lindsey Wilson College in?
Lindsey Wilson College competes in NCAA NAIA, part of the Mid-South.
Is Lindsey Wilson College the right fit for me?
Whether Lindsey Wilson College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($15,070/year after aid), campus culture in Columbia, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Lindsey Wilson College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Lindsey Wilson College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Columbia, KY
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral
- NCAA
- NAIA
- Conference
- Mid-South
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 51°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 65/100
- Nearest Airport
- Somerset, KY (SME) · 38 mialso BWG (63 mi), FTK (67 mi)