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  • University Storm Recovery Updates

    UPDATE: Friday, Oct. 4, 5:30 p.m.
    We hope this update finds you safe and well as we continue to recover from the impacts of Hurricane Helene. We understand that the aftermath of this storm is challenging, and we want to express our sincere care and concern for those who are still experiencing hardships. As we move forward, we are committed to prioritizing the well-being of our students, faculty and staff during this process.

    Visit our university storm recovery updates page for the latest update.

    University Storm Recovery Updates

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Campuses

Founded in 1891, Ï㽶´«Ã½ is a co-educational, private liberal arts institution with 50+ undergraduate degree programs and 20+ graduate degree programs.

LR enrolls more than 2,300 undergraduate and graduate students. LR’s main campus is in Hickory, North Carolina, where both undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered.

The university also offers graduate degree programs online and at locations in Asheville, North Carolina, and Columbia, South Carolina. The Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary is also in Columbia.

LR is affiliated with the North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and welcomes students from all religious backgrounds.

One University, Multiple Locations

Discover our campuses, visit or connect with us and see for yourself all that LR has to offer.

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2,300+
Student enrollment across locations
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$30M
Financial aid awarded to students annually
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News & Events

Spirit team marches in the 2023 homecoming parade with band visible behind them
Catch "Bear Fever" this Homecoming Week

This year students will enjoy a full week of Homecoming spirit with fun and food, games and giveaways leading up to the best weekend of the fall.

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The Aerobears team pose with their 2024 rocket and show the LR hand sign in the New Mexico desert
AeroBears aim to top 2024 successes

After their historic finish at the 2024 Spaceport America Cup, the rocketry team wants to share the excitement with a bigger team and higher goals.

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