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Cumberland University
Lebanon,
TN
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate46%
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About Cumberland University
Cumberland University is a private, nonprofit university in the town of Lebanon, Tennessee. Cumberland University was founded in 1842. The university currently enrolls around 1,481 students per year, including 1,254 undergrads.
2015 Acceptance Rate for Cumberland University
It is moderately difficult to get into Cumberland University. Around 46% of applicants get into Cumberland University each year. In 2015, 713 students applied to Cumberland University and 331 were admitted.
| Cumberland University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 46% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.3 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 7% |
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Cumberland University is located in Lebanon, Tennessee, near Nashville.
If you are interested in seeing Cumberland University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 40 to Lebanon, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Nashville International.
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College Info
Cumberland University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Cumberland University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Cumberland University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Cumberland University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
Not available
Reading SAT Range
Not available
Cumberland University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$37,000
In State$37,000
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$25,200
$25,200
Fees
$1,200
$1,200
Housing
$9,400
$9,400
Books
$1,200
$1,200
Student Life
Wondering what life at Cumberland University is like? There are approximately 1,481 students enrolled at Cumberland University, including 1,254 undergraduate students and 227 graduate students. 78% percent of students attend school full-time, 17% percent are from TN and 83% percent of students are from other states.
78%
Full Time22%
Part Time17%
In State83%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,481
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
46%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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