First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Entry term | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling admission The college reviews applications as they arrive until the class is full. | Fall | October 2, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | January 5, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: life.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | Life University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 3-4 MAT 103 & Elec 5-6 Math Req. 4.5 to | 6 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 6-8 MAT 103 & 301 10 Math Requirement 9 to | 12 credits |
| Biology | 4 | 8 BIO 111 & 112 10 Biology Req. | 12 credits |
| Chemistry | 4 | 8 CHM 111 & 112 10 Chemistry Req. | 12 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY 101 5 Psychology 4.5 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MSC 201 5 Math Req. 4.5 | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3-4 CIM 101 / CIT 101 & Elec 5-6 Elective 4.5 to | 6 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 202 5 Soc Science 4.5 |
Show all 28 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus AB | 3 | 3-4 MAT 103 & Elec 5-6 Math Req. 4.5 to | 6 credits |
| Calculus BC | 3 | 6-8 MAT 103 & 301 10 Math Requirement 9 to | 12 credits |
| Biology | 4 | 8 BIO 111 & 112 10 Biology Req. | 12 credits |
| Chemistry | 4 | 8 CHM 111 & 112 10 Chemistry Req. | 12 credits |
| Psychology | 3 | 3 PSY 101 5 Psychology 4.5 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 3 MSC 201 5 Math Req. 4.5 | |
| Computer Science A | 3 | 3-4 CIM 101 / CIT 101 & Elec 5-6 Elective 4.5 to | 6 credits |
| Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 202 5 Soc Science 4.5 | |
| Microeconomics | 3 | 3 ECO 201 5 Soc Science 4.5 | |
| Environmental Science | 3 | 4 SCI Elective 6 Elective | 6 credits |
| European History | 3 | 6 HIS Elective 9 Soc Science | 9 credits |
| Spanish Language and Culture | 3 | 6-8 SPN 111 & 112 10 Humanities 9 to | 12 credits |
| Art History | 3 | 6 Hum Elective 9 Humanities | 9 credits |
| Music Theory | 3 | 6 HUM or ART 9 Humanities | 9 credits |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 3 | 3 POL Elective 4.5 Soc Science 4.5 | |
| Drawing | 3 | 6 HUM or ART 4.5 Humanities 4.5 | |
| English Language and Comp | 3 | 6 ENG 101 & 102 10 English | 9 credits |
| English Literature and Comp | 3 | 6 ENG Elective 9 English | 9 credits |
| French Language and Culture | 3 | 6-8 FRN 111 & 112 10 to 12 Humanities 9 to | 12 credits |
| French Literature | 3 | 6-12 HUM or FRN Elec 9 to 18 Humanities 9 to 18 | |
| German Language and Culture | 3 | 6-8 FOL Elective 9 to 12 Humanities 9 to | 12 credits |
| Gvt and Politics: US | 3 | 3 POL 201 4.5 Soc Science 4.5 | |
| Latin | 3 | 6-8 FOL Elective 9 to 18 Humanities 9-12 | |
| Latin | 3 | 6-8 FOL Elective 9-12 Humanities 9-12 | |
| Physics B | 4 | 6-8 PHS 111 & 112 10 to 12 Additional Sci 9-12 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 4 PHY 111 or Elec 5 or 6 Additional Sci | 6 credits |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 4 PHY 111 or Elec 5 or 6 Additional Sci | 6 credits |
| Spanish Literature and Culture | 3 | 6-12 SPN Elective 9 to 18 Humanities 9 to 18 | |
| U.S. History | 3 | 6 HIS 201 & 202 10 Humanities | 9 credits |
Source: catalog.life.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology | 47 |
| Business Administration and Management | 43 |
| General Studies | 41 |
| Psychology | 25 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 24 |
| Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other | 8 |
| Human Nutrition | 4 |
| Dietetics/Dietitian | 2 |
Show the other 4 majors
| Culinary Science/Culinology | 1 |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics and Population Biology, Other | 1 |
| Biopsychology | 1 |
| Health and Wellness | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NAIA, Mid-South Conference
Basketball, Lacrosse, Other Sports, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball, Wrestling
Women’s varsity · NAIA, Mid-South Conference
Basketball, Lacrosse, Other Sports, Soccer, Swimming, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball, Wrestling
Coed varsity · NAIA, Mid-South Conference
Other Sports
Faith groups
Hillel
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), hillel.org · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, small
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
6,411,149 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Hartsfield/Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
Nearest hub airport
Hartsfield/Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 17.7 of 20
Elevation
1,046 ft
Time zone
Eastern
January low
32°F
July high
84°F
Annual snowfall
1.2 in
Days at 90°F or higher
10 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,400 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
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- Kennesaw State University8 mi
- Oglethorpe University11 mi
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus13 mi
- Clark Atlanta University14 mi
- Morehouse College14 mi
- Spelman College14 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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