Belmont University
About Belmont University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Belmont University is a private Christian university in Nashville, Tennessee. It is known for its music business, nursing, and pharmacy programs and benefits from Nashville's thriving music and healthcare industries.
Founded
1890
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Students
8,765
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
95.3%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
70.7%
Near national average
Tuition
$42,540
Per year
Avg Net Price
$33,147
After financial aid
SAT Average
1280
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$55,930
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Mar 1
Belmont University accepts the majority of applicants at 95.3%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1280/ 1600
ACT Scores
27/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
70.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
86.9%
4-Year Grad
57%
6-Year Grad
68%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
64.4%
$/Student
$13.7K
Class Size
Medium
While 57% finish in 4 years, 86.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$42,540
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,010
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,570
After Financial Aid
$33,147
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,950
Receive Grants
20.8%
Take Loans
34.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $62,570/yr, including $15,010 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $33,147.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Belmont University fund their education.
While in School
20.8%
Get Grants
Free money
34.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$87,507
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$217/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 34.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Belmont University.
Gender
64.9%
Female
35%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,137
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,628
Graduates
15.8%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
4.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 15.8% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,137
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Belmont University fields 8 varsity teams with 340 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division I without football
Conference
Missouri Valley
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
340
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
52% / 48%
178
Men
162
Women
6
Men's Teams
7
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Belmont Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$55,930
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
$31K
410 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
205 grads
1yr Earnings
Music
$24K
97 grads
1yr Earnings
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians
$23K
94 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$52K
53 grads
4yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$37K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $56K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.