Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Truett McConnell University is a private institution in Cleveland with particular strength in business and psychology.
A small campus of 768 undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
41% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,700 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,328.
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News & Alerts
Truett McConnell University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
83.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
5
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (23)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
59%
- •59% 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
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History On July 23, 1946, the Georgia Baptist Convention held ceremonies at Cleveland, Georgia, to mark the establishment of a new two-year liberal arts college named for Truett and McConnell.
- •The school was first accredited in 1966 to issue two year degrees.
- •In December 2002, the institution was approved by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer four-year degrees.
- •In the spring of 2010, Truett-McConnell College received approval from SACS to offer online degrees in Business and Christian Studies.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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