Vision:  To be an exemplary historically black college providing excellent liberal arts education that transforms urban students, institutions and communities. 

Mission: LeMoyne-Owen College provides a transformative experience educating students for urban-focused leadership, scholarship, service and professional careers.

Purpose Statement: The LeMoyne-Owen College strives to . . .

- provide an exciting and challenging academic and intellectual atmosphere and culture in which to teach and learn.

- promote the spiritual and moral development of each student.

- encourage the spirit of generosity and reinvestment in LOC with graduates giving time, talent and financial resources.

- prepare students to be able to thrive in a diverse community.

- open new vistas of what is possible in the lives of all students by providing educational opportunities to those for whom these may not be readily available, especially the disadvantaged.

- foster self-sufficiency, self confidence and positive attitudes among our students.

- render high-quality service to all our constituents - students, faculty, staff, alumni, and all other supporters.

- produce highly qualified and sought-after graduates.

- become a resource to address social and economic issues of the community.

- contribute to the preservation of African American culture