Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Tennessee Wesleyan University is a private institution in Athens with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1051, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 832 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $45,989 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,879.
Established
1857
Motto
Lux et Veritas
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
59%Acceptance
1051SAT Avg
832Students
12:1Student:Faculty
44%Grad Rate
$45,989Earnings 10yr
$14,879Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate59.4%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1051
Reading & WritingMid: 505
470570
MathMid: 550
490530
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 21
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$29,264
Room & Board$9,416
Books & Supplies$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance$36,828
Average Net Price$14,879
Median Debt at Graduation$20,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$212
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$11,734
$30–48K$11,881
$48–75K$14,610
$75–110K$17,049
$110K+$17,797
Programs (46)
Student Body
Undergrads
832
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%
Race & Ethnicity
White 75%
Black 6%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 7%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate43.6%
Freshman Retention63.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,987
8 Years$46,048
10 Years$45,989
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$42,900
Men
$45,000
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Source: Wikipedia