C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100

Welch College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Gallatin, Tennessee 37066
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
D
37/100
Resources
B
66/100
Experience
A
82/100
Prestige
F
25/100

Quick Stats

389
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
65%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Welch College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $443,526
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,637/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37138 (4.3% cap, Nashville)

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🏆 Where Welch College Ranks

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

#12
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $20,796 $20,796
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,912 $37,912

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
40%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Bible/Biblical Studies 38 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 12 grads/yr Psychology, General 7 grads/yr Physical Fitness Technician 5 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 4 grads/yr Education, General 4 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 3 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 2 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs 2 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 2 grads/yr Missions/Missionary Studies 2 grads/yr Music Performance, General 1 grads/yr Music, General 1 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 1 grads/yr Pastoral Studies/Counseling 1 grads/yr Theology/Theological Studies 1 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 1 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 1 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 1 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Welch College's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 27,300 jobs
Directors, religious activities and education
$55k/yr 138,900 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

389
Total Students
49%
Women
60%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 7%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 78%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 60%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Welch College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Welch College?
Tuition at Welch College is $20,796 for in-state students and $20,796 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Welch College?
The graduation rate at Welch College is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Welch College a good school?
Welch College has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Welch College?
Welch College has a total enrollment of 389 students.

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