Collegedale, TN · Athens, TN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Southern Adventist University | Tennessee Wesleyan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 66.6% | 59.4% |
| In-State Tuition | $25,590 | $29,264 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $25,590 | $29,264 |
| Average Net Price | $13,479 | $9,555 |
| Graduation Rate | 51.0% | 44.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Southern Adventist University accepts 66.6% of applicants. Tennessee Wesleyan University accepts 59.4%. Southern Adventist University's tuition is $25,590. Tennessee Wesleyan University's is $29,264. Southern Adventist University is cheaper. Southern Adventist University graduates 51% 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
Tennessee Wesleyan University. It accepts 59.4% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Southern Adventist University has lower published tuition: $25,590 versus $29,264. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Southern Adventist University: 51% 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.