Lubbock Christian University

I have been to a Jr. College, a state university, and LCU. Lubbock Christian by far BLEW the other two schools out of the water. Small classes in a small environment with exceptional professors! I can recall one of my majors classes having eight people in it! Odds are if you went to a 3a, 4a, or 5a high school, you will have smaller classes at this college.
They have just about all of the mainstream majors that other universities have.
It is a true Christian school, so if you are not religious you might not enjoy it as well. That however should not push you away from it. You do have to take bible classes along with your major. They are nothing big and they are fundamentally based bible classes. I like how they integrate a little Christianity in the field you study, but make sure your major is the focal point. Like for instance, you would learn in a science class about evolution and creationism. You would be well rounded and more educated knowing about both instead of one. (Science majors have to know about evolution because it is on the MCAT test required to receive a Master’s Degree if you choose to pursue it.) You do get a Christian education, but it is more focused on the academic side of your field of study. I have been told numerous times that I was there for an education first. Anyone can seek God and get spiritual nourishment without going to college. Last time I checked, you didn’t need a degree to pray. On the other hand, you had to have a degree to make a decent living in our country. It’s not one of those «bring your bible to every class» type schools. They really do make sure you know your stuff before you graduate. My cousin went for a campus visit as a senior in high school to learn that 100% of their Pre-​Med students that year were accepted into Medical Schools across Texas! That means they were taught more than just Christian principles! Just know that education is the focal point, and Christianity is the schools heritage.
It really does feel like its own community inside of Lubbock. The atmosphere is one of the best things about it. You don’t see people yelling and cursing at others across campus. It is a very positive place that helps develop a great character in some of the most important years of your life. When I was at LCU I found how much this environment helped me mature as a person. After a visit at home over the holidays, I felt like I was light years ahead of my high school classmates in the «growing up» department. I didn’t feel like I was better than them, just at a different point in life. I also love the genuineness of the students. LCU is not a place where everyone is expected to be perfect little angels. Many of my friends were very down to earth people who did every day things like me. It’s the realization of knowing no one will ever be perfect that made it great for me. That means you will automatically have a support system through friends who have Christ in their lives. Basically what I mean is there aren’t a lot of bible-​thumpers coming up to you and pointing out every little mistake (sin) you make.
It is SUPER easy to get connected and plugged in. Never really saw a lot of lost kids trying to find their way around. They have social clubs (fraternities and sororities without the drinking and partying) intramural sports, and other extra circular activities. They also have a great athletics department and usually go deep in every sport. Games are free for students to attend. They also just opened up a newly renovated recreation center. It’s HUGE and has a nice work out facility. Brand new equipment and even free personal trainers!
If LCU could improve in one area it would be their tuition. Private schools like LCU do not get the same funding state schools receive. That means that a majority of their funding comes from tuition and donations. I really wish there was some way to lower the tuition to make it more affordable. However, for a private university, it is nearly dirt cheap. Go see how much SMU, TCU, and ACU are before you frown at LCU’s price tag. I even heard (don’t know if this is true) that it is cheaper your freshman year at LCU than Texas Tech because of living on campus. In today’s economy it is not uncommon at all to have student loans. Unless your well taken care of, you will probably have a few loans when you graduate. But hey, you will be making on average $ 2 Million more in your lifetime because of this degree. Your degree will make up for the difference… trust me!
Overall I am really glad I chose LCU to finish up my college career. You really should give it a shot if you are looking for a great school in the West Texas area!

This is a smaller private university, but this is the good part on it. You can walk in less than 5 minutes to every important building.
The campus has a lot of tress and looks friendly.
The Staff is extremely friendly and helpful and it is like a small family.