Admin v2 Preview — Sections marked with a yellow border use mock data until v2 scraping is complete.
v2 Admin
PrivateRural

Reinhardt University

Waleska, Georgia 30183-2981

Visit website

Campus Vibe

Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Reinhardt University is a private institution in Waleska with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A small campus of 1K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

36% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,541 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,769.

Established
1883
Mascot
SOAR, the Eagle
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division I

Plan Your Visit

55%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,012Students
11:1Student:Faculty
36%Grad Rate
$46,541Earnings 10yr
$27,769Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Reinhardt University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate55.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

55.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Get access to view details →

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$28,420
Room & Board$12,950
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$45,689
Average Net Price$27,769
Median Debt at Graduation$23,900
Monthly Payment (10yr)$253

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$24,424
$30–48K$27,030
$48–75K$27,952
$75–110K$30,689
$110K+$30,105

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

41.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,156

Get access to view details →
Get access to view details →

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

6

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (42)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

57%

Negative
  • •57% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,012
Gender Split
45% / 55%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%

Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Black 21%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 1%
Two+ 1%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.6%
Freshman Retention56.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$40,411
10 Years$46,541

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Founding In 1883, former Confederate Army Captain and Atlanta lawyer Augustus M.
  • •1885 Reinhardt Academy Administration Building In 1884, with the Methodist Conference answering Reinhardt's request by sending Emory College graduate James T.
  • •Linn as the school's first teacher, Reinhardt Academy opened for classes in an old cabinet and wood shop located at the southern edge of Waleska.
  • •Just a month after the school opened, a tornado struck Waleska, damaging a lot of property and injuring several people.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ATL Atlanta47 mi
BHM Birmingham136 mi
BNA Nashville173 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
New York, NY727 mi · ~21h drive
Hartford, CT825 mi · ~23h 50m drive
Providence, RI881 mi · ~25h 27m drive
Albany, NY819 mi · ~23h 40m drive
Syracuse, NY754 mi · ~21h 47m drive
Rochester, NY716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Buffalo, NY666 mi · ~19h 14m drive
Philadelphia, PA647 mi · ~18h 41m drive
Pittsburgh, PA491 mi · ~14h 11m drive
Harrisburg, PA588 mi · ~16h 59m drive
Newark, NJ720 mi · ~20h 48m drive
Washington, DC523 mi · ~15h 7m drive
Baltimore, MD557 mi · ~16h 5m drive
Atlanta, GA41 mi · ~1h 11m drive
Charlotte, NC220 mi · ~6h 21m drive
Raleigh, NC349 mi · ~10h 5m drive
Miami, FL646 mi · ~18h 40m drive
Orlando, FL441 mi · ~12h 44m drive
Tampa, FL457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Nashville, TN179 mi · ~5h 10m drive
New Orleans, LA442 mi · ~12h 46m drive
Richmond, VA456 mi · ~13h 10m drive
Chicago, IL548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
Detroit, MI560 mi · ~16h 11m drive
Minneapolis, MN869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
St. Louis, MO432 mi · ~12h 29m drive
Kansas City, MO645 mi · ~18h 38m drive
Indianapolis, IN387 mi · ~11h 11m drive
Columbus, OH399 mi · ~11h 32m drive
Cleveland, OH520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Milwaukee, WI629 mi · ~18h 10m drive
Dallas, TX713 mi · ~20h 36m drive
Houston, TX707 mi · ~20h 25m drive
Austin, TX819 mi · ~23h 40m drive
San Antonio, TX884 mi · ~25h 32m drive
Los Angeles, CA1917 mi · ~55h 23m drive
San Francisco, CA2114 mi · ~61h 4m drive
San Diego, CA1874 mi · ~54h 8m drive
Seattle, WA2147 mi · ~62h 1m drive
Portland, OR2139 mi · ~61h 48m drive
Denver, CO1185 mi · ~34h 14m drive
Phoenix, AZ1575 mi · ~45h 30m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1555 mi · ~44h 55m drive
Honolulu, HI4477 mi · ~129h 20m drive
Southern (mild winters, hot summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Atlanta (ATL)47 miles
Rental car
71 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
94 min$56-94
Birmingham (BHM)136 miles
Rental car
204 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
272 min$163-272

Deadline Calendar

Get access to view details →

Reinhardt University Application Checklist

Get access to view details →

Decision Notifications

Get access to view details →
Reinhardt University — v2 Preview — TourStack