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The University of the South

Sewanee, TN • private • III | Southern Athletic Association
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Acceptance
50.9%
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Grad Rate
82%
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Cost
$72,350

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Rural
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,755 • Total: 1,905
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
735 University Avenue
Sewanee, TN
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Website
www.sewanee.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 805 (45.9%) • Female: 950 (54.1%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 16 0.9%
Black/African American 66 3.8%
Hispanic/Latino 114 6.5%
White 1,416 80.7%
Two or More Races 49 2.8%
International 74 4.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
50.9%
2,554 admitted from 5,018 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 633-710
Math: 603-688
Total: 1236-1398
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
27-32
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$80
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 11/26/2025

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
82.4%
4-Year Graduation Rate
74.1%
Freshman Retention Rate
88.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
9.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$72,350
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $55,822
Room & Board
$16,028
Books & Supplies
$500
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $10,485
$30,001-48,000 $10,704
$48,001-75,000 $17,746
$75,001-110,000 $22,563
$110,001+ $38,762
Students Receiving Pell Grants
95%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$33,616

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Southern Athletic Association
Men's Sports (10)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Lacrosse Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (12)
Basketball Cross Country Equestrian Field Hockey Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis
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Common questions about The University of the South

What is The University of the South's acceptance rate?
The University of the South accepts 51% of applicants, from 5,018 applications.
How much does The University of the South cost?
Tuition and fees are $55,822. Families earning under $30,000 pay $10,485 on average after aid.
Does The University of the South require SAT or ACT scores?
The University of the South considers test scores but does not require them.
What ACT score do you need for The University of the South?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 27 and 32 on the ACT.
What is The University of the South's graduation rate?
82% of students graduate within six years.