The University of the South

The University of the South requires at least 128 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at The University of the South, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. The University of the South accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, The University of the South does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 82% of students who start college at The University of the South graduate within six years.

The University of the South true.

Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	–	X	–
Transfer Credits Accepted	√	–	–
AP Credit Accepted	√	–	–
IB Credits Accepted	√	–	–
Summer Classes Available	–	–	–
New Student Orientation	√	–	–

Reminder: The University of the South may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At The University of the South?

The University of the South has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	Yes
Science	Yes
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with The University of the South directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at The University of the South

When choosing a major, The University of the South students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at The University of the South.The University of the South allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major. The University of the South offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The University of the South

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Does The University of the South Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ The University of the South offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does The University of the South Offer Online Classes?

❌ The University of the South false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does The University of the South Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ The University of the South true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does The University of the South Have An Honors Program?

🟨 To learn more about any possible honors programs at The University of the South, check with the school directly.

Does The University of the South Require Internships?

❌ The University of the South does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While The University of the South does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About The University of the South

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The University of the South Library

The main library on campus is the Jessie Ball duPont Library.

Dual Degree Programs at The University of the South

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Sewanee offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with Columbia University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Vanderbilt University and Washington University in St. Louis

ROTC

Does The University of the South have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Sewanee does not have any ROTC programs.

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