Tennessee Wesleyan University
About Tennessee Wesleyan University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Tennessee Wesleyan University is a private university in Athens, TN. It has a 60.7% acceptance rate and a 50% graduation rate, serving approximately 906 students.
Founded
1857
Location
Athens, Tennessee
Students
1,126
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
68.9%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
47.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$30,814
Per year
Avg Net Price
$14,836
After financial aid
SAT Average
1090
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$45,989
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
68.9 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Tennessee Wesleyan University accepts 68.9% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1090/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
52%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Small
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 72% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$30,814
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,458
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$39,440
After Financial Aid
$14,836
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,609
Receive Grants
39.2%
Take Loans
52.2%
Don't let the $30,814 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $14,836 after financial aid, a 52% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $11,609.
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 Tennessee Wesleyan University fund their education.
While in School
39.2%
Get Grants
Free money
52.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,880
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Tennessee Wesleyan University.
Gender
63.8%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
846
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
280
Graduates
41.5%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
13.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 64% of the student body. 41.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 7% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
846
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Tennessee Wesleyan University fields 10 varsity teams with 431 student athletes, about 51% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Appalachian
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
431
51% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
248
Men
183
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Tennessee Wesleyan Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,989
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$71K
59 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$37K
25 grads
4yr Earnings
Marketing
$62K
23 grads
4yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
—
17 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$47K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $46K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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