The University of the South
Private nonprofit, 4-year
735 University Avenue, Sewanee, TN 37383-1000
Quick Facts
1,598
Total Enrollment
51%
Acceptance Rate
82%
Graduation Rate
$53,456
Median Earnings (6yr)
$53,698
In-State Tuition
$27,498
Avg Net Price
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1336
Avg SAT Score
About The University of the South
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 735 University Avenue |
| City | Sewanee, TN |
| ZIP Code | 37383-1000 |
| County | Franklin County |
Special Designations
President/Chief Administrator: Dr. Nancy J. Berner (Acting Vice-Chancellor)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 1,598 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 53% |
| Male | 47% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 80.9% |
| Black | 3.9% |
| Hispanic | 6.5% |
| Asian | 0.9% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 2.6% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 4.5% |
| Unknown | 0.5% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 0.2% |
| Part-Time Students | 0.7% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 633 | 660 | 710 |
| SAT Math | 603 | 645 | 688 |
| ACT Composite | 27 | 29 | 32 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$53,698
In-State Tuition
$53,698
Out-of-State Tuition
$68,704
Total Cost of Attendance
$27,498
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 15% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 30% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 15% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $22,855 |
| Median Total Debt | $17,750 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $27,966 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 83% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $10,970 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $14,429 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $18,421 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $26,923 |
| $110,001+ | $37,122 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$53,456
6 Years After
$55,160
8 Years After
$64,911
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $32,088 | 75th percentile: $73,155
Earnings by Family Income Background
$44,776
Low Income
$52,439
Middle Income
$56,768
High Income
Student Outcomes
88%
Full-Time Retention
82%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$9,783
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$22,219
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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Contact Information
Phone: (931) 598-1000
Website: Visit Site
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