Known for health sciences
Union University is a private institution in Jackson with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1243, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.6K undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
71% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,990 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,815.
Established
1823
Motto
Religio et Eruditio
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division II level
Division
Division II
47%Acceptance
1243SAT Avg
1,637Students
8:1Student:Faculty
71%Grad Rate
$53,990Earnings 10yr
$26,815Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate47.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1243
Reading & WritingMid: 630
540690
MathMid: 595
490650
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 27
2229
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$38,450
Room & Board$12,166
Books & Supplies$750
Total Cost of Attendance$55,790
Average Net Price$26,815
Median Debt at Graduation$20,714
Monthly Payment (10yr)$220
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$24,793
$30–48K$21,812
$48–75K$25,531
$75–110K$27,440
$110K+$29,835
Programs (97)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,637
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
25%
Race & Ethnicity
White 69%
Black 14%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 2%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate70.9%
Freshman Retention86.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$45,505
8 Years$50,033
10 Years$53,990
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$45,400
Men
$57,200
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia