Average

Score: 52/100

Tennessee Wesleyan University

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Athens, Tennessee 37303

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%

Outcomes

C+

61/100

Affordability

29/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

B+

77/100

Prestige

35/100

Quick Stats

1,074

Total Enrollment

44%

Graduation Rate

64%

Retention Rate

12.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

59%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Tennessee Wesleyan University Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $265,756
Avg rent near campus: $1,083/mo — vs ~$542/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37874 (3.5% cap, Sweetwater)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$28,014	$28,014
Room	$4,880
Board	$4,536
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$43,080	$43,080

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

44%

Receive Pell Grants

56%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 63 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 41 grads/yr Occupational Therapy/Therapist 25 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 23 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 18 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 11 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 10 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 10 grads/yr Accounting 10 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 9 grads/yr Social Work 9 grads/yr Digital Marketing 9 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 9 grads/yr Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies 7 grads/yr Psychology, General 7 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 6 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 5 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 5 grads/yr Developmental and Child Psychology 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses

$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

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

Student Demographics

1,074

Total Students

63%

Women

85%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 72%

Hispanic 5%

Black 5%

Asian 2%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%

Hybrid (Some Online) 37%

Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%

25-64 (Adult) 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Tennessee Wesleyan University?

Tennessee Wesleyan University has an acceptance rate of 59%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Tennessee Wesleyan University?

Tuition at Tennessee Wesleyan University is $28,014 for in-state students and $28,014 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Tennessee Wesleyan University?

The graduation rate at Tennessee Wesleyan University is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Tennessee Wesleyan University a good school?

Tennessee Wesleyan University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Tennessee Wesleyan University?

Tennessee Wesleyan University has a total enrollment of 1,074 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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