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Lincoln University (LU) · Jefferson City, Missouri · Public university

Graduation rate21%finish within six years
Undergraduates2,054Medium (2,000-10,000)
Student-to-faculty11 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$14,002per year after aid
Coaches

Lincoln University Football coaches

Coaches at Lincoln University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Lincoln University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division II
Conference
Great Lakes Valley Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
athletics.lincolnuca
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

AccountingArt Teacher EducationBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralChemistry, GeneralCivil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansComputer and Information Sciences, General
Student-to-faculty
11 : 1
Graduation rate
21% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Missouri residents$7,666
Out-of-state tuition$15,562
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$14,002
Campus

Where it is

Lincoln University in Jefferson City.

Location
Jefferson City, Missouri
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
lincolnu.edu
Overview

About Lincoln University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Moses Harper, the Head Football Coach, leads the Lincoln University Football staff of 17 coaches, verified June 2026. Lincoln University (LU) competes in NCAA Division II Football as a member of the Great Lakes Valley Conference. Lincoln University is a small public school in Jefferson City, Missouri with 2,054 undergraduates and an average net price of $14,002 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Lincoln University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Moses Harper, the Head Football Coach and Calvin Powell, the Tight Ends & Fullbacks Coach. Lincoln University has 17 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division II coaches look for athletes who can contribute early, and often split partial scholarships across a roster.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Moses can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Lincoln University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Lincoln University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Lincoln University D2?

Yes. Lincoln University competes in NCAA Division II Football, in the Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Is Lincoln University public or private?

Lincoln University is a public school in Jefferson City, Missouri.

What conference is Lincoln University Football in?

The Great Lakes Valley Conference.

Does Lincoln University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Lincoln University competes in NCAA Division II, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Lincoln University Football have?

17 coaches, led by Moses Harper, the Head Football Coach.

How much does Lincoln University cost?

In-state tuition is $7,666 and out-of-state tuition is $15,562 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $14,002.

How do I contact the Lincoln University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026