Welcome Students!

Information for New Students

We are eagerly anticipating and preparing for your arrival at Lincoln University, the first degree-granting Historically Black College/University! We are delighted that you will be joining our Lincoln University family. You are part of a proud legacy and history of firsts! You are the energy and excitement needed for our campus!  Our faculty and administrators welcome the opportunity to be a part of the next phase of your life while you explore new opportunities for academic, personal growth, and success.  We look forward to encouraging you along this exciting journey of learning and discovery. We are very excited to welcome you to our family.


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Arriving on campus on move-in day

We are counting down to move in! We hope you are excited to join the Lincoln Lion Legacy. As we do our best to accommodate your inquiries, we ask that you please be patient with us. We strive to return all messages within 24 hours.

The campus is buzzing with activity on move-In day both inside and outside our residence halls. Hundreds of students, community volunteers, and university staff are on-hand to help make things go as smoothly as possible for you, and your patience and cooperation are appreciated.

NOTE: FINANCIAL AND HEALTH CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED.  Complete the steps on the admitted students page prior to move-in. 

When You Arrive

  • Pull your vehicle to the designated unloading zone near your hall.
  • Unload your belongings at the curb and have someone move your vehicle to the assigned lot.
  • Student report to the check-in location table across from Residence hall for your keys,
  • Complete Room Condition report and other check-in requirements.

What to Bring/Not Bring

Lion Card

 
  • Step 1: Email a passport quality photo to lioncard@lincoln.edu from your Lincoln University email account.
    In the email please include your full name, student ID number, and phone number.

    Some things to consider when taking your photo:
    • Picture should be a color photo taken in the last 6 months.
    • Use a clear picture of your face. Do not submit photos with the use of filters. 
    • Have someone else take the photo, no selfies allowed. 
    • Remove eyeglasses, and any head or face coverings that are not associated with a religious belief.
    • Use a plain white or off-white background. Additional criteria for these photos can be found on the travel.state.gov website, here. 
       
  • Step 2: If the photo that you have submitted meets the specified criteria, the Lion Card office will preprint your ID card. 
     
  • Step 3: When you arrive to campus, you will receive your Lion Card during the check-in process.
  About New Student Orientation

The enrollment team is preparing for your arrival soon for New Student Orientation. You will experience all that the University has to offer. The week will include New Student Orientation, Testing, placement, advising, and registration as well as a host of curricular and co-curricular activities.  The links on the admitted students page contain important information and requirements necessary before you will be allowed to move-in. Since email is the University’s “official” form of communication, we encourage you to check your email frequently.

New Student Orientation offers a variety of sessions that will help acclimate you to the campus and ease your transition into college life at Lincoln University. You will participate in interactive sessions that feature members of Lincoln University faculty, staff, administrators, and various student leaders.

New Student Orientation includes a wide range of activities that serve as a welcome and introduction to Lincoln University, so participation is mandatory.

The Whova app is essential to find out everything you need to know about New Student Orientation. In Whova, you will find the schedule and speaker list, receive messages, and view the attendees.

  NSO Schedule

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  Presentations & Speakers

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  New Student Move-in Info

Incoming Students

Check-In times are in development based on the limited reopening plan.