Southern Adventist University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Southern Adventist University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Seventh Day Adventist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Southern Adventist University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Collegedale, Tennessee. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,827, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 67%. The university offers 134 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 51%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $24,350.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1270
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
42%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
42%
Unknown
2%
Black
7%
Hispanic
25%
Two or more races
6%
Non-U.S. Citizen
6%
Asian
12%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
1,330
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.42% online, 58% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $24,350 | $24,350 |
| Graduate | $12,870 | $12,870 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,100 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,460 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,350 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,250 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,350 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,350 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $38,260 | $38,260 |
| Off-campus without family | $39,050 | $39,050 |
| Off-campus with family | $29,800 | $29,800 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
15%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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