Athens, TN · Sewanee, TN · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | The University of the South | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 59.4% | 50.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $29,264 | $53,698 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,264 | $53,698 |
| Average Net Price | $9,555 | $19,635 |
| Graduation Rate | 44.0% | 82.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Tennessee Wesleyan University accepts 59.4% of applicants. The University of the South accepts 50.9%. Tennessee Wesleyan University's tuition is $29,264. The University of the South's is $53,698. That's a $24,434 difference per year. Tennessee Wesleyan University graduates 44% of students in 6 years. The University of the South graduates 82%.
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
The University of the South. It accepts 50.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Tennessee Wesleyan University has lower published tuition: $29,264 versus $53,698. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
The University of the South: 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.