Known for health sciences
Southern Adventist University is a private institution in Collegedale with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1116, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.7K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
51% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,723 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,334.
Established
1892
Motto
Power for Mind and Soul
Type
Private university
67%Acceptance
1116SAT Avg
2,673Students
16:1Student:Faculty
51%Grad Rate
$53,723Earnings 10yr
$24,334Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate66.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1116
Reading & Writing
500650
Math
470620
ACT Score Range
Composite
1826
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$25,590
Room & Board$8,460
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$37,875
Average Net Price$24,334
Median Debt at Graduation$24,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$260
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$19,100
$30–48K$20,914
$48–75K$23,907
$75–110K$27,508
$110K+$29,508
Programs (134)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,673
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
18%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%
Race & Ethnicity
White 39%
Black 6%
Hispanic 26%
Asian 14%
Two+ 7%
Int'l 7%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate51.4%
Freshman Retention82.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,818
8 Years$49,257
10 Years$53,723
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,200
Men
$51,000
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia