Lincoln Memorial University will review our test optional policy every academic year given high education trends and data. LMU will be test optional for FALL 2026!
Inclement Weather Operational Update
Due to extremely low temperatures, standing water on roadways, and the potential for icy conditions, Lincoln Memorial University will continue to deliver all classes online on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, for locations in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia.
All classes at affected locations will remain fully online through Tuesday. Students should monitor Canvas for all course assignments, instructional materials, and faculty guidance.
For LMU locations in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia, University offices will open at 10:00 am tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Employees should use caution when traveling, and supervisors are encouraged to exercise appropriate flexibility based on local conditions.
This update includes all affected academic and administrative sites, including J. Frank White Academy.
Florida campus locations are excluded from this update and will continue to operate on a normal instructional and operational schedule.
University leadership, facilities, safety, and emergency management teams will continue to monitor temperatures, road conditions, and evolving weather impacts. The safety of our students, faculty, and staff remains the highest priority, and decisions will continue to be made thoughtfully based on local conditions.
Please continue to monitor official University communication channels, including University email and website updates, for any additional information or schedule changes.
Thank you for your cooperation as we continue to manage these conditions safely and responsibly.
Greetings from Abe and Lincoln Memorial University! We are excited that your student is considering LMU as their collegiate home-away-from-home. They couldn't have gotten to this point in their life without you...and you should be proud! We know that parents/grandparents/guardians have a lot of influence in the college decision process, and we would like to help you stay informed and connected to us as we work with your student!
Below, you will find some of the questions that are frequently asked in our "Ask Abe" sessions in addition to some important dates to help your student remain on track during the college application process. Please take a moment to look them over, and then make sure that your student enters an email address they check regularly. We will send them emails throughout the course of the application cycle, and these will help you know how to best help your student.
Lincoln Memorial University will review our test optional policy every academic year given high education trends and data. LMU will be test optional for FALL 2026!
| SAT Test Dates | ACT Test Dates |
| August 23, 2025 | September 6, 2025 |
| September 13, 2025 | October 18, 2025 |
| October 4, 2025 | December 13, 2025 |
| November 8, 2025 | February 14, 2026 |
| December 6, 2025 | April 11, 2026 |
| March 14, 2026 | June 13, 2026 |
| May 2, 2026 | July 11, 2026 |
| June 6, 2026 |
Remember who is going to college-- your student! While you will play a vital role in helping them make their college choice, remember that it is ultimately their decision. We encourage parents/guardians to consider taking on one of the following three roles when it comes to the college decision process:
