• Return to Normal University Operations on Thursday, Feb. 20

    Lenoir-Rhyne University will return to normal university operations on Thursday, Feb. 20, at our all of our campus locations—Hickory, Columbia and Asheville. Classes will resume as scheduled, and all offices will be open.

    UPDATE: Feb. 20, 9:15 a.m. (from Academic Affairs)
    Due to the recent weather changes in Hickory, you may opt to move your classes to remote delivery today if you have concerns about safely traveling to campus. If you choose to hold classes remotely, please notify your students and your dean as soon as possible.

    For those holding in-person classes, we ask that you exercise flexibility with attendance policies, understanding that some students may face transportation challenges or safety concerns. Students should not feel compelled to risk unsafe travel conditions to attend class.

    Please communicate your teaching plans to your students and your dean.

    Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring everyone's safety while maintaining academic continuity.

Advance Your Career & Future

Online Programs


Transform your future. Turn your ambition into action.

When you learn online at Lenoir-Rhyne University, we bring the classroom to you. Online learning allows you to balance coursework alongside your personal and professional life.

Our courses integrate theory with practical application and help you develop your leadership, communication, team-building and critical problem-solving skills.

Earn an undergraduate or graduate degree that allows you to apply what you learn and advance your career.

As an online learner, we connect you to reputable faculty, highly motivated students, supportive staff and academic programs that provide specialized skills in some of the most competitive industries. We offer an innovative approach to online learning and distance education, along with a deep commitment to our students and a trusted reputation.

Learn from Experienced Faculty


Online courses at Lenoir-Rhyne are taught by the same experienced instructors who teach our on-campus courses, so you will receive a quality education regardless of your location.

While your educational experience may take place outside a lecture hall, you will have opportunities to interact with your faculty, classmates and advisors, allowing you to build a strong network of community support.

Robert Stallings

Through our curriculum, students will gain the confidence to work in a variety of criminal justice administrative positions in local, state and federal law enforcement...

Robert Stallings, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice

Financial Aid & Tuition


At Lenoir-Rhyne University, we believe that you should have the opportunity to achieve your higher education goals. Enrollment counselors are available through our Admission Office to help you find and apply for financial aid assistance.

Lenoir-Rhyne is competitively priced and we work with you on payment plans to make the investment in your education affordable and to fit within your budget.

Tuition costs are based on the number of credit hours you are enrolled during each term. For graduate program tuition costs visit our Graduate Financial Aid and Cost section.

Lenoir-Rhyne is supported by many community partners who offer discounts and benefits to our students. A complete list can be found on the Community Partners page.

Take the Next Step


Achieve your personal and career goals. Enroll in an LR Online degree program where your ambition and dedication will prepare you for what's next. Our admission counselors are here to help you explore your options and advance your career. 

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Lenoir-Rhyne University will return to normal university operations on Thursday, Feb. 20, at our all of our campus locations—Hickory, Columbia and Asheville. Classes will resume as scheduled, and all offices will be open.

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Appearing in “The Art of Profession” exhibition, the four students shared work inspired by nature, street art and Indigenous cultures.

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