Memphis, TN · Athens, TN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Rhodes College | Tennessee Wesleyan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 49.7% | 59.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $54,892 | $29,264 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $54,892 | $29,264 |
| Average Net Price | $18,060 | $9,555 |
| Graduation Rate | 82.0% | 44.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Rhodes College accepts 49.7% of applicants. Tennessee Wesleyan University accepts 59.4%. Rhodes College's tuition is $54,892. Tennessee Wesleyan University's is $29,264. That's a $25,628 difference per year. Rhodes College graduates 82% of students in 6 years. Tennessee Wesleyan University graduates 44%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Rhodes College. It accepts 49.7% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Tennessee Wesleyan University has lower published tuition: $29,264 versus $54,892. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Rhodes College: 82% of students finish in 6 years. Tennessee Wesleyan University is at 44%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.