Lincoln Memorial University is a private university institution in Harrogate, established in 1897. Lincoln Memorial University is a private nonprofit institution in Harrogate, Tennessee, founded in 1897 as a living memorial to President Abraham Lincoln. With over 5,100 students across undergraduate and graduate programs, LMU offers 30+ majors and professional degrees in medicine, veterinary science, law, and nursing, emphasizing personalized education in Appalachia.