Lee University
Lee University is a 4-year institution located in Cleveland, Tennessee. They offer 55 majors on the more than 119 acre campus with the focus of “develop[ing] within the students knowledge, appreciation, understanding, ability and skill which will prepare them for responsible Christian living in a complex world.” Sponsored by the Church of God, Lee University is a Christian institution that requires full-time students to attend 70% of each semester’s chapel services. Lee maintains the Center for Calling & Career (CCC) to help students choose a major and provide career exploration.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Church of God
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Other | April 15 |
Admitted Student Stats
78%
Submitting ACT
28%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 27
Average SAT Composite: 1169
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,927
Total Number of Undergrads
3,446
Classroom Sizes
0
100
48%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
63%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $22,690 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $22,690 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $9,340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1250 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
69%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
30%
Average Aid Per Year
$14,042
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,849
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$9,079
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
53%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,734
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$17,250
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$253
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
100
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
47%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Flames
School Colors
maroon and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Chattanooga
Atlanta
Nashville
Knoxville
Charlotte
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
57%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$37,800
What Students Are Saying
Great Christian school with rigorous academics, a gorgeous campus, a (relatively) cheap price tag, a perfect amount of students and things to do, a ton of majors, an array of housing options, thriving greek life (if you're into that), a lighthearted attitude, and one of the best study abroad programs out there.
Colm from Jasper, GA
I love this school . It has challenged me academically. It has given me opportunities to excel in areas of leadership.
Benjamin from Gonzales, LA
Lee University is a private, christian college in Cleveland, TN. Lee University is completely Christ-centered and a great place to be. It has some of the nicest people in the world and, no matter what you did in high school, they will let you in if you are really serious about getting a college education because they believe strongly in redemption.
Jimi from Freeport, FL
Lee University has the best christian atmosphere as a college campus.
Lee University has one of the best music departments in the country.
Lee University seems more like home then the other campus's that I toured.
Lee University has one of the best music departments in the country.
Lee University seems more like home then the other campus's that I toured.
Christopher from Benton, TN
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