Known for biology
The University of the South is a private institution in Sewanee with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1336, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
82% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,911 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,498.
Established
1857
Motto
Ecce quam bonum et quam iucundum habitare fratres in unum.
Type
Private
Conference
Southern
Division
Division III
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51%Acceptance
1336SAT Avg
1,598Students
9:1Student:Faculty
82%Grad Rate
$64,911Earnings 10yr
$27,498Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate50.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1336
Reading & WritingMid: 655
633710
MathMid: 640
603688
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 29
2732
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$53,698
Room & Board$15,338
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$68,704
Average Net Price$27,498
Median Debt at Graduation$22,855
Monthly Payment (10yr)$242
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,970
$30–48K$14,429
$48–75K$18,421
$75–110K$26,923
$110K+$37,122
Programs (39)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,598
Gender Split
53% / 47%
Women / Men
First Generation
13%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%
Race & Ethnicity
White 81%
Black 4%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate82.4%
Freshman Retention88.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$53,456
8 Years$55,160
10 Years$64,911
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$43,700
Men
$60,100
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia