A Christ-centered university in Nashville preparing students for purposeful lives through rigorous academics and faith integration.
Lipscomb offers over 200 undergraduate areas of study and more than 60 graduate programs across multiple colleges and schools. The university is nationally recognized for rigorous academics in education, health care, business, and other fields. Students engage in service-learning, undergraduate research, and off-campus learning opportunities. The institution maintains a commitment to integrating faith with academic excellence and practical skill development for career readiness.
The 113-acre suburban campus is located in Nashville's Green Hills neighborhood, with an additional satellite location called "Spark" in Downtown Nashville serving the business community. Lipscomb does not have fraternities or sororities; instead, it features local social clubs unique to the university. Student media includes the Lumination Network (converged news outlet) and The Backlog (yearbook). The university emphasizes spiritual formation, servant leadership, and community engagement through mission work and service-learning programs.
Lipscomb competes as an NCAA Division I member in the ASUN Conference with 17 intercollegiate varsity sports. The Bisons have won the ASUN Conference Academic Trophy six times in eight years. The university has a notable rivalry with nearby Belmont University called the "Battle of the Boulevard." Lipscomb made its first NCAA tournament appearance in 2018 and returned to the tournament in 2025 after winning the ASUN championship.
Lipscomb serves a diverse student body (39% male, 61% female as of 2023) and emphasizes purposeful career preparation. The university has been rated the #5 Best College in Tennessee. Notable alumni include country music artists (Kelsea Ballerini, Thomas Rhett, Dustin Lynch), professional athletes, academics, and public figures. Graduates pursue careers across education, health care, business, music, politics, and ministry.