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Lionel University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Quarter
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 26 to 1
Students retention rate 100%
On-time graduation rate 100%

Located in Carpinteria, California, Lionel University is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. Lionel University operates on a quarter-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into four terms.

One of the notable aspects of Lionel University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Lionel University is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Lionel University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 100% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 85% and 63%, respectively.


  • All programs are offered online
  • Accredited by: Distance Education Accrediting Commission

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,107

Cost of attendance at Lionel University in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $17,868

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$10,107

Cost of attendance at Lionel University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $17,869

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 50 of freshman students at Lionel University received on average $4,586 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,586
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 3 50% $4,586 $13,759
Other Federal Grant 3 50% $4,586 $13,759
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Total Grant & Scholarships 3 50% $4,586 $13,759

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Lionel University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Lionel University students is 100.0%.

100.0%

Service Offerings

Lionel University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Lionel University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training