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Lincoln Christian University
MottoTo nurture and equip Christians with a Biblical worldview to serve and lead in the church and the world
Established1944
PresidentKeith Ray
Students1,050
Location,
Website[1]

Lincoln Christian University, known until September 2009 as Lincoln Christian College and Seminary,[1] is comprised of Lincoln Christian College (LCC), Lincoln Christian Seminary (LCS), and the Hargrove School, all located in Lincoln, Illinois. LCU is affiliated with the Independent Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.

LCC is a private four year, co-educational, residential Bible college offering Certificates, Associate's and Bachelor's degrees.[2] LCS is a graduate seminary offering Master's and Doctoral degrees, including an MDiv.[2] The Hargrove School offers continuing educational programs.[1]

LCC and LCS have been accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education since 1954,[2] and by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools since 1991.[3] LCS has also been accredited by the Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada since 1991.[4]

Religious emphasis

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As a Bible college accredited by the ABHE, LCU must subscribe to that association's Tenets of Faith,[5] which include an affirmation of the doctrine of Biblical infallibility. In accord with the ABHE's requirement that "all programs [enable] students to achieve a biblical worldview",[6] undergraduates pursuing a four-year degree must complete at least 30 credit hours in Biblical studies.[1]

Full-time students are required to attend weekly worship services on campus, as well as participate in 'Spiritual Formation Groups' for "group devotion, prayer, and accountability."[7]

Restrictions on students

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  • on campus under 23
  • curfew
  • no visits
  • no dating

History

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LCU was founded in 1944 as Lincoln Bible Institute,[1]a four-year Bible college aligned with the Restoration Movement. Its first President was Earl Hargrove. The seminary opened in 1951; its first Dean was Enos Dowling.

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