Is LeTourneau University a Christian college?

Yes. LeTourneau University is a Christian college.

What is LeTourneau University’s Compass Score?

81 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is chapel held at LeTourneau University?

Chapel is listed at Belcher Chapel and Performance Center. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.

Is LeTourneau University Compass Recommended?

Yes. LeTourneau University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Christian identity and academics.

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LeTourneau University

Longview, TX · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Nondenominational and Interdenominational

Real cost

Average price after aid $28,185 a year

Median debt at graduation: $26,000 (all students)

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LeTourneau University in Longview, Texas, holds corporate chapel on Wednesdays and some Mondays, and requires degree-seeking students to attend 18 chapel services each semester. Every student takes a 12-hour Theology and Vocation Core, and the school offers majors in Scripture and Theology, Christian Ministry and Theological Studies. Its Spiritual Life team, Life Groups and LeTourneau Student Ministries run a Sunday worship night and campus and mission outreach.

Faith life at a glance

Questions students ask

Do I have to go to chapel?

Degree-seeking students must attend 18 corporate Chapel services in person.

Source: letu.edu

What's a normal week?

Corporate Chapel meets in Belcher Chapel, and Prayer & Praise meets Sunday nights at 8 p.m. in Speer Chapel.

Source: letu.edu

Where do I find community?

Life Groups are small groups of students and a faculty or staff facilitator who explore their spiritual life together.

Source: letu.edu

Can I serve or go on mission trips?

LSM promotes Community Ministries, Campus Ministries and Missions.

Source: letu.edu

Rankings

Where this college places on our top lists. Lists are worked out from official data and our faith research; places in the top quarter of each list are shown. See every list

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Academic Excellence

B+

70 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score59%
First-year retention 20% of score81%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,208 · ACT 25.5
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score11 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$11,090

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Faith scorecard

Each area’s grade and what we found. Tap an area to see the findings and their sources.

Worship and chapel

75 of 100 points · 7 of 7 found

Partly:
Chapel services during the weekOnce a week (Corporate chapel is held on Wednesdays and on some Mondays (seven Mondays a semester per the chapel page); recorded at once a week.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
  Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
Yes:
Chapel attendance expected of studentsRequired, with a set number of services each term (Students must attend 18 corporate chapels each semester, within a 25 Spiritual Formation Credit requirement.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “degree-seeking students are required to attend a specified number (18) of corporate Chapel services in person.”
  Degree-seeking students must attend 18 corporate chapel services in person each semester.
Yes:
Student worship nights or praise servicesEvery week (Prayer & Praise worship night on every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel (LSM page, undated but current with 2027 mission dates).)
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “PRAYER & PRAISE: Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel for a time of exalting the Lord through worship, fellowship, and prayer.”
  A worship and prayer gathering is held every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel.
  “Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel”
  Sunday night worship and prayer takes place in Speer Chapel.
Partly:
Prayer opportunities (prayer rooms, prayer groups, days or weeks of prayer)Weekly (Prayer forms part of the weekly Sunday Prayer & Praise gathering.)
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “PRAYER & PRAISE: Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel for a time of exalting the Lord through worship, fellowship, and prayer.”
  A worship and prayer gathering is held every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel.
Yes:
Campus pastors or chaplains serving studentsFull-time campus pastor or chaplain (A named campus pastor, chaplain or dean of chapel serves students on the college staff.)
Sources (2)
1. The School of Theology and Vocation | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/index.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Dr. Pat Mays, Campus Pastor at LETU”
  Dr. Pat Mays is named as Campus Pastor at LeTourneau.
2. Meet The Spiritual Life Team | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/meet-the-team.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Trent Henderson, D.Min. Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life”
  Trent Henderson, D.Min., is Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life.
Yes:
A chapel or worship space on campusYes (Chapel services are held in Belcher Chapel and Performance Center. Speer Chapel hosts Sunday worship.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
  Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of chapel, worship and prayer3 or 4 times a week (3 weekly times documented: 2 chapel, 1 worship night, 0 prayer.)Computed from the verified chapel services, worship nights and prayer times listed on the college's page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Bible and theology

100 of 100 points · 4 of 6 found

Yes:
Bible or theology courses required of all bachelor's students3 or more courses (The Theology and Vocation Core is four classes (12 hours at 3 credits each), required of every student.)
Sources (1)
1. Discovering our Calling in the Life & the Mission of God | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/spiritual-formation-calling.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each student who studies at LETU takes our 12-hour Theology and Vocation Core of classes. These four classes give every student the opportunity to think deeply about how spiritual life, academics, and work are interconnected.”
  Every student takes a 12-hour (four-class) Theology and Vocation Core.
Not enough information:
Required courses include study of the Old and New TestamentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Not enough information:
Christian worldview or faith-and-learning courses requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in academic or faculty policy)Yes (The Dean's page describes faculty across campus working on how Christian faith informs academic disciplines.)
Sources (1)
1. Meet the Dean of the School Of Theology and Vocation | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/meet-the-dean.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “we work with faculty across campus to encourage reflection on the ways in which Christian faith informs our academic disciplines”
  The school works with faculty across campus on how Christian faith informs academic disciplines.
Yes:
Bible, theology or ministry major offeredYes (Scripture and Theology, Christian Ministry and Theological Studies majors are offered.)
Sources (1)
1. Programs of Study in Theology and Vocation | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/programs-of-study.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Scripture and Theology, B.A.”
  Majors offered include Scripture and Theology, Christian Ministry and Theological Studies.
Yes:
A published statement of faithYes
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith & Community Covenant | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/about/faith-statement.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We believe the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the only inspired, authoritative Word of God and are completely truthful and without error.”
  LeTourneau publishes a statement of faith.

Christian community

87 of 100 points · 6 of 7 found

Partly:
Spiritual life staff (pastors, ministers and professional staff)3 to 4 (Four people are listed on the Spiritual Life team page (Dean of Chapel, Spiritual Life Coordinator, and two Missionaries in Residence). Campus Pastor Dr. Pat Mays is named on another official page (e13); counting him would make five.)
Sources (1)
1. Meet The Spiritual Life Team | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/meet-the-team.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Trent Henderson, D.Min. Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life”
  Trent Henderson, D.Min., is Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life.
  “Haniah McKurtis Spiritual Life Coordinator”
  Haniah McKurtis is Spiritual Life Coordinator.
  “Alina & Josiah Harris Missionaries in Residence”
  Alina and Josiah Harris serve as Missionaries in Residence.
Yes:
Retreats or spiritual emphasis weeks each yearSeveral (Spiritual Emphasis Week and Justice Week (fall) and GO Week (spring) are listed.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Additional Tuesday, Thursday, or evening spiritual growth opportunities are held at various times throughout the year, including Spiritual Emphasis Week and Justice Week in the fall and GO Week in the spring.”
  Spiritual Emphasis Week and Justice Week (fall) and GO Week (spring) are held each year.
Yes:
Bible studies, small groups and Christian student organizationsMany (Life Groups (seven meeting days a semester) and LeTourneau Student Ministries activities including the Sunday worship night and campus outreach events.)
Sources (2)
1. Life Groups | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/life-groups.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “LIFE GROUPS are small groups of students and a faculty or staff facilitator wishing to enter into a deeper dialogue about their spiritual life and growth together.”
  Life Groups are small groups led by a faculty or staff facilitator and meet at least seven times a semester.
2. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “PRAYER & PRAISE: Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel for a time of exalting the Lord through worship, fellowship, and prayer.”
  A worship and prayer gathering is held every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel.
Not enough information:
Faculty affirm the college's statement of faithNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Partly:
Faith life in residence halls (hall Bible studies, resident ministry leaders)In some halls (Six halls (Davis, Gilbert, South, Thomas, Tyler and the Trinities) list student spiritual life assistants on each floor. The Quad may have them.)
Sources (2)
1. Davis Hall | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/student-life/davis-hall.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each floor in Davis has two student resident assistants and one student spiritual life assistant.”
  Davis Hall has a student spiritual life assistant on each floor.
2. Tyler Hall | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/student-life/tyler-hall.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each floor of Tyler has one student resident assistant and one student spiritual life assistant.”
  Tyler Hall has a student spiritual life assistant on each floor.
Yes:
Help finding a local church (church fairs, rides, partner churches)Yes (An annual church fair with a list of Longview-area churches is held for students.)
Sources (1)
1. Find a Local Church | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/local-churches.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Our annual Church Fair is a great way for students to connect with local churches in the Longview area!”
  An annual church fair connects students with local churches in Longview.
Yes:
Office or senior leader for spiritual life or Christian missionYes (The Office of Spiritual Life runs chapel and spiritual formation.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “must be resolved with the Office of Spiritual Life within two weeks”
  The Office of Spiritual Life handles chapel and spiritual formation records.

Missions and service

76 of 100 points · 6 of 6 found

Yes:
Service or outreach officeYes (LSM Community Ministries is a staffed outreach office within campus ministry.)
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “LSM exists to promote and sponsor Community Ministries, Campus Ministries, and Missions.”
  LSM sponsors community ministries, campus ministries and missions.
Partly:
Service hours or service-learning in the curriculumAvailable (Service through a local church is one option for Spiritual Formation Credit, not a required course or hour count.)
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Appropriate service through a local church and/or an approved Christian organization.”
  Service through a local church or approved Christian organization can earn spiritual formation credit, as one option among several.
Yes:
Missions trips offered to studentsMany each year (Mission trips are offered each year, mostly during spring break; value recorded from the label 'Many each year'.)
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “For over 30 years, LSM has been providing opportunities for serving in missions, and our biggest spree is during spring break!”
  LSM has offered mission service opportunities for over 30 years, mostly as spring break trips.
Partly:
Partnerships with local churches and ministries for serviceSome
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Working with area ministries and the City of Longview, students are enabled with the ability to fulfill - daily - the Great Commission”
  LSM works with area ministries and the City of Longview on community outreach.
Partly:
Cross-cultural or global ministry programsSome (Cross-cultural missions training is named as a goal; the Summer Missions program is listed as opening in 2027.)
Sources (1)
1. The School of Theology and Vocation | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/index.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “those students who sense God calling them into fields of Christian ministry, pastoral care, cross-cultural missions or Christian education”
  Students are trained for cross-cultural missions and other ministry fields.
Yes:
Service explicitly rooted in the Christian missionYes
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “By God's redeeming power and grace, LeTourneau Student Ministries serves to unashamedly advance God's kingdom according to biblical Truth by promoting spiritual growth, both individual and collective”
  LSM's stated purpose is to advance God's kingdom according to biblical truth.

Strengths

Students attend 18 corporate chapel services each semester and have weekly chapel on Wednesdays.
Sources (1)
1. Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “degree-seeking students are required to attend a specified number (18) of corporate Chapel services in person.”
  Degree-seeking students must attend 18 corporate chapel services in person each semester.
  “Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
  Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
Every student takes a four-class (12-hour) Theology and Vocation Core, and the school offers three theology majors.
Sources (2)
1. Discovering our Calling in the Life & the Mission of God | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/spiritual-formation-calling.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each student who studies at LETU takes our 12-hour Theology and Vocation Core of classes. These four classes give every student the opportunity to think deeply about how spiritual life, academics, and work are interconnected.”
  Every student takes a 12-hour (four-class) Theology and Vocation Core.
2. Programs of Study in Theology and Vocation | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/academics/theology-and-vocation/programs-of-study.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Scripture and Theology, B.A.”
  Majors offered include Scripture and Theology, Christian Ministry and Theological Studies.
A weekly Sunday night worship and prayer gathering in Speer Chapel, and mission trips offered each year.
Sources (1)
1. LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “PRAYER & PRAISE: Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel for a time of exalting the Lord through worship, fellowship, and prayer.”
  A worship and prayer gathering is held every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel.
  “For over 30 years, LSM has been providing opportunities for serving in missions, and our biggest spree is during spring break!”
  LSM has offered mission service opportunities for over 30 years, mostly as spring break trips.
Dorm floors in six halls each have a student spiritual life assistant.
Sources (2)
1. Davis Hall | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/student-life/davis-hall.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each floor in Davis has two student resident assistants and one student spiritual life assistant.”
  Davis Hall has a student spiritual life assistant on each floor.
2. Tyler Hall | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/student-life/tyler-hall.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “Each floor of Tyler has one student resident assistant and one student spiritual life assistant.”
  Tyler Hall has a student spiritual life assistant on each floor.

Concerns

The Statement of Faith is published; no public page states that all faculty affirm it.
Sources (1)
1. Statement of Faith & Community Covenant | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/about/faith-statement.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
  “We believe the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the only inspired, authoritative Word of God and are completely truthful and without error.”
  LeTourneau publishes a statement of faith.

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Campus ministry home

Office of Spiritual Life

Address: 2100 S. Mobberly Ave, Longview, TX 75602
Location: On campus
Facilities: Belcher Chapel and Performance Center, Speer Chapel

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Source: letu.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, letu.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026, letu.edu, verified Oct. 20, 2026

Campus ministry

Sources (3)

Meet The Spiritual Life Team | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/meet-the-team.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Trent Henderson, D.Min. Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life”
Trent Henderson, D.Min., is Dean of Chapel and Spiritual Life.
Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“LSM exists to promote and sponsor Community Ministries, Campus Ministries, and Missions.”
LSM sponsors community ministries, campus ministries and missions.

Christian clubs and student life

5 groups and regular activities · 4 on campus, 1 off campus

Service 2

Spring Break Missions tripsOff campus
Spring break
Student mission trips that LSM has offered for more than 30 years.
letu.edu
Trick or Treat on College Street and Easter ExtravaganzaOn campus
LSM community outreach events on campus, named on the LSM page.
letu.edu

Faith formation 1

Life GroupsOn campus
Seven chapel days a semester
Small groups of students with a faculty or staff facilitator for deeper dialogue about spiritual life.
letu.edu

Worship and prayer 1

Prayer & PraiseOn campus
Sunday nights at 8:00 pm
Worship, fellowship and prayer led by LeTourneau Student Ministries in Speer Chapel.
letu.edu

Other 1

GO WeekOn campus
Late January (2026: January 25-28)
Annual missions emphasis week with chapel services and seminars.
letu.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the church. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Chapel, worship and prayer

Confirm with the campus ministry

Chapel 2

Wednesday10:35 AMBelcher Chapel and Performance Center · Corporate chapel, typically every Wednesday during the fall and spring semesters.
Monday10:35 AMBelcher Chapel and Performance Center · Seven Mondays a semester; other Mondays are given to Life Groups or academic chapels.

Worship night 1

Sunday8:00 PMSpeer Chapel · Prayer & Praise worship night, as listed on the LSM page.

Times come only from official campus ministry, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 20, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)

Chapel | LeTourneau Universityletu.edu/spiritual-life/chapel.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
“Corporate Chapel services typically are held in the Belcher Chapel and Performance Center from 10:35 to 11:35 am on seven Mondays, every Wednesday, and one Friday of the fall and spring semesters.”
Corporate chapel meets Wednesdays (and some Mondays) in Belcher Chapel at 10:35 to 11:35 am.
LeTourneau Student Ministries (LSM)letu.edu/spiritual-life/lsm.html · verified Oct. 20, 2026
“PRAYER & PRAISE: Join us every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel for a time of exalting the Lord through worship, fellowship, and prayer.”
A worship and prayer gathering is held every Sunday night at 8:00 pm in Speer Chapel.

Plan a campus visit Chapel and worship times for your dates, questions to ask, and a calendar button.

What families pay, by income

Average yearly price after grants and scholarships, for students who receive federal aid.

Average net price by family income
Family income	Price after aid
Up to $30,000	$22,785
$30,001–$48,000	$21,806
$48,001–$75,000	$24,777
$75,001–$110,000	$28,892
Over $110,000	$31,854

Full cost of attendance before aid: $51,124 a year.

Use the college’s net price calculator for your own estimate.

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	3,227
Men and women College Scorecard, fall 2023	Men 63% · Women 37%
First-generation students College Scorecard	34%
Total students	3,389
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$28,185
Cost of attendance (per year)	$51,124
Median federal debt at graduation	$26,000
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	59%
Graduation rate for Pell grant recipients College Scorecard, within 6 years	47%
Graduation rate for first-generation students College Scorecard, within 6 years	42%
Borrowers paying down their loans within 3 years College Scorecard, within 3 years	57%
First-year retention	81%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$57,103
Admission rate	38%
Application fee IPEDS, 2023–24	No application fee
Typical rent HUD fair market rent, FY2026	About $1,013 a month for a one-bedroom
Students receiving Pell grants	13%

Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 990–1330ACT 21–30

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1208
SAT reading & writing	500–660
SAT math	490–670
ACT composite	21–30
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 49 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Earnings by major

Median earnings of bachelor’s graduates a few years after finishing, by major (College Scorecard).

Median earnings by major
Major	Median earnings
Electrical engineering	$99,403
Mechanical engineering	$84,998
Mechanical engineering technology	$83,158
Civil engineering	$81,065
Air Transportation	$79,277
Nursing	$73,217
Business administration	$67,970
Psychology	$46,679
Interdisciplinary studies	$46,286
Teacher education	$43,305

Also offered (no earnings published yet): Accounting, Bible/Biblical Studies, Biology, Biomedical/Medical Engineering, Chemistry, Communication studies, Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Computer engineering, Computer science, Criminology, Electrical engineering technology, Electromechanical technology, Engineering Physics, English, Experimental psychology, Finance, Health administration, History, Human resources, Human services, Industrial technology, Information science, Information technology, Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations, Kinesiology and exercise science, Management science, Marketing, Mathematics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering, Medical Illustration and Informatics, Metallurgical Engineering, Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology, Other theology and religious vocations, Political science, Public relations, Religious Music and Worship, Secondary education, Software and media applications, Statistics, Theology.

What students study most

Share of bachelor’s degrees by field, first majors in 2023–24 (IPEDS).

Most common bachelor’s fields
Field	Share of degrees
Engineering	25%
Transportation	14%
Business	14%
Engineering technologies	9%
Interdisciplinary studies	8%

Campus facts

School colors
Setting	City
Part-time undergraduates	14%
Undergraduates aged 25 and older	7%
On-campus room and board (per year)	$11,120
Sports	NCAA Division III · American Southwest Conference
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	11 to 1
Faculty who are full-time	35%College Scorecard, fall 2023
Endowment per student	$12,714IPEDS, 2023, per student
Dorm space	For about 38% of studentsBeds per undergraduate; not who lives on campus
Nearest airport with airline service	Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (TYR)About 40 miles away · about 1 hour by car
Nearest major airport	Dallas Love Field (DAL)About 126 miles away
Town population	82,923Census, 2020–2024
Nearest city of 250,000 people or more	DallasAbout 121 miles away · about 2 hours 15 minutes by car
Typical weather	46°F in January · 83°F in JulyNOAA, 1991–2020, from Longview, TX

Federal data (IPEDS and College Scorecard), except school colors. None of this changes the faith grades.

Campus safety reports

On-campus crimes reported in 2024, per 1,000 students.

On-campus crimes per 1,000 students
Category	This campus	U.S. rate
Rape	0.00	0.07
Robbery	0.00	0.01
Aggravated assault	0.00	0.04
Burglary	0.00	0.08
Motor vehicle theft	0.00	0.15

Numbers reflect what each campus reported. They differ with campus size and how reporting is done, so compare with care. U.S. rate: total reported offenses divided by total students at every institution in the report.

Source: Official data: U.S. Department of Education

Christian churches nearby

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Questions families ask

Is LeTourneau University a Christian college?: Yes. LeTourneau University is a Christian college.
What is LeTourneau University’s Compass Score?: 81 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is chapel held at LeTourneau University?: Chapel is listed at Belcher Chapel and Performance Center. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the college’s spiritual life office before you go.
Is LeTourneau University Compass Recommended?: Yes. LeTourneau University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Christian identity and academics.

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IPEDS unit ID 226231
Carnegie classification: Master's university (medium programs)
Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Interdenominational
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