Lincoln University
- New Zealand
- Founded 1878
Overview
Lincoln University is a public university in New Zealand that was formed in 1990 when Lincoln College, Canterbury was made independent of the University of Canterbury. Founded in 1878, it is the oldest agricultural teaching institution in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Key facts
| Founded | 1878Source: Wikidata (opens in a new tab) |
|---|---|
| Main location | Selwyn DistrictSource: Wikidata. Other campuses may not be listed. (opens in a new tab) |
| Staff | 630 (2025)Source: Wikidata. Can be out of date. (opens in a new tab) |
| Website | lincoln.ac.nz (opens in a new tab) |
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| YouTube | Official channel (opens in a new tab) |
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People who studied here
- Richie McCaw (opens in a new tab)New Zealand international rugby union player
- Sam Whitelock (opens in a new tab)New Zealand rugby union footballer
- Don McKinnon (opens in a new tab)New Zealand politician
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