Tennessee Wesleyan University
Faith-based college · Athens, TN · 846 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
69%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
19–23
Average net price
$14,965
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$40,873
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
49%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Tennessee Wesleyan University?
Tennessee Wesleyan University accepts about 69 of every 100 applicants (69%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–23.
The latest federal data says Tennessee Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Tennessee Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Tennessee Wesleyan University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $40,873 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,965 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $32,050 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$32,050
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$32,050
- Room & board$10,564
- Total cost of attendance$40,873
- Average net price after grants$14,965
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Psychology, Education.
Tennessee Wesleyan University FAQ
- What is Tennessee Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?
- 69% — moderately selective.
- What ACT score do you need for Tennessee Wesleyan University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–23.
- Is Tennessee Wesleyan University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Tennessee Wesleyan University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Tennessee Wesleyan University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Tennessee Wesleyan University cost?
- About $40,873 a year before aid; $14,965 on average after grants.
- What is Tennessee Wesleyan University's FAFSA school code?
- 003525. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Tennessee Wesleyan University receives your information.
- What is Tennessee Wesleyan University's graduation rate?
- 49% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Tennessee Wesleyan University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State UniversityMurfreesboro, TN | 69% | 1010–1230 | $12,562 | 54% |
| Trevecca Nazarene UniversityNashville, TN | 69% | 980–1235 | $19,828 | 51% |
| Lipscomb UniversityNashville, TN | 68% | 1160–1380 | $23,178 | 71% |
| Tennessee State UniversityNashville, TN | 70% | 880–1050 | $12,154 | 34% |
| Cumberland UniversityLebanon, TN | 67% | — | $15,965 | 45% |
| Lee UniversityCleveland, TN | 71% | 1040–1230 | $21,034 | 62% |