The University of the South
Sewanee, The University of the South, is a 4-year liberal arts college in south central Tennessee. Operated by the dioceses of the Episcopal Church, Sewanee offers bachelor’s degrees in 36 academic majors. In addition, Swanee holds a partnership with Yale University allowing students to conduct research for a semester at the Ivy League institution in Connecticut. For musically inclined students, the Sewanee University Choir performs weekly at services in All Saints’ Chapel and holds numerous recitals throughout the year.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Protestant Episcopal
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Decision Acceptance is binding so student must attend college if accepted. | November 15 | |
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | December 1 | |
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | |
| Other | January 15 |
Admitted Student Stats
35%
Submitting ACT
19%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 30
Average SAT Composite: 1278
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
1,704
Total Number of Undergrads
1,613
Classroom Sizes
0
100
76%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
80%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
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. | $53,704 |
| 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. | $53,704 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $15,338 |
| Books and Supplies | $1200 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
93%
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.
15%
Average Aid Per Year
$34,241
15%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$2,627
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$32,014
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.
32%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,059
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.
$19,000
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.
$229
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
100
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
98%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Tigers
School Colors
purple and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southern Athletic Association
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Nashville
Atlanta
Chattanooga
Washington
New York
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
63%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$51,700
What Students Are Saying
The University of the South is essentially a big community. You will make lots of friends, you will have a lot of fun at frat parties, there is plenty of opportunity for community service and leadership positions in various clubs. Also, the Sewanee Domain is 13,000 acres big and contains over 50 miles of trails, and the Sewanee Outing Program takes groups hiking, canoeing, and caving regularly.
Daniel from Cowan, TN
The community based approach that the University of the South makes, is fantastic. 13,000 acres of open opportunities. The fun awaits your arrival.
David from Little Rock, AR
sewanee is a beautiful place that becomes a home away from home for every student that attends. we are a family, and we pride ourselves on academic rigor, active students and campus life, and plenty of opportunities to make your mark on the world. we thrive on the best and the brightest, and if you give us your all, we will give it right back and then some. this place will make you who you were meant to be.
Chelsea from Columbus, GA
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