College comparison

Central State University vs Lincoln University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Central State University Wilberforce, OH	Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA
Acceptance rateLincoln University is more selective	99%	66%
SAT (25–75)	—	820–960
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	2,620	1,539
Avg net price	$13,096	$14,977
Median earnings (10 yr)Lincoln University reports higher median earnings	$33,267	$43,167
Graduation rate	23%	44%
Median debt	$30,739	$28,250
Economic mobility	2.1%	—
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public

Quick answers

Is Central State University or Lincoln University harder to get into?

Lincoln University is more selective: Central State University's acceptance rate is approximately 99% and Lincoln University's is approximately 66% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Central State University vs Lincoln University?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Central State University and 820–960 at Lincoln University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.