Student Financial Services
Competitor Cost Comparison
Data Representative of the 2025-2026 Academic Year
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 – $643 per credit hour |
Source: University websites, most recently published tuition and fees as of September 10, 2025.
*Indicates average cost across all relevant degree program types.