C+
Above Average
Score: 58/100

Lee University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Cleveland, Tennessee 37311
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Quick Stats

3,680
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
72%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Lee University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $254,348
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,385/mo — vs ~$516/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37323 (4.3% cap, Cleveland)

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🏆 Where Lee University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
of 15 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $21,960 $21,960
Room $4,640
Board $4,700
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,300 $37,300

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
51%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 80 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 54 grads/yr Psychology, General 53 grads/yr Pastoral Studies/Counseling 50 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 43 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 26 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 24 grads/yr Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling 22 grads/yr Accounting 22 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 19 grads/yr Youth Ministry 18 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities 18 grads/yr Human Development and Family Studies, General 17 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 17 grads/yr Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 17 grads/yr Family and Community Services 16 grads/yr History, General 14 grads/yr Fine/Studio Arts, General 14 grads/yr Theology/Theological Studies 14 grads/yr Finance, General 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Lee University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

3,680
Total Students
61%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Hispanic 3%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 79%
Hybrid (Some Online) 10%
Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Lee University?
Lee University has an acceptance rate of 72%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Lee University?
Tuition at Lee University is $21,960 for in-state students and $21,960 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Lee University?
The graduation rate at Lee University is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Lee University a good school?
Lee University has a Repit College Score of 58/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Lee University?
Lee University has a total enrollment of 3,680 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology