Trevecca Nazarene University
About Trevecca Nazarene University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Trevecca Nazarene University is a private Christian university in Nashville, Tennessee. It offers programs in business, psychology, nursing, and ministry, with a growing campus in the heart of one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.
Founded
1901
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Students
3,029
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
69.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
53.2%
Below national average
Tuition
$31,300
Per year
Avg Net Price
$16,813
After financial aid
SAT Average
1091
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$49,378
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
69.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Trevecca Nazarene University accepts 69.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1091/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.6%
4-Year Grad
39%
6-Year Grad
49%
Teaching Quality
22:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
94%
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Large
The 39% graduation rate is below average, but 73.6% 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
$31,300
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,000
Books & Supplies
N/A
Total Cost of Attendance
$41,548
After Financial Aid
$16,813
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,532
Receive Grants
32.3%
Take Loans
39.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $41,548/yr, including $11,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $16,813.
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 Trevecca Nazarene University fund their education.
While in School
32.3%
Get Grants
Free money
39.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$40,243
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,744
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$199/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 39.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,744. 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 Trevecca Nazarene University.
Gender
61.5%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,737
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,292
Graduates
39.2%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
17.9%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 39.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 12.4% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,737
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Trevecca Nazarene University fields 10 varsity teams with 447 student athletes, about 26% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
447
26% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
49% / 51%
221
Men
226
Women
7
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 Trevecca Nazarene Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,378
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
84 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$37K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$47K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$42K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Music
—
14 grads
Graduates earn about $46K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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