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Cumberland University

Lebanon, TN 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate46%

Cumberland University Academics

Cumberland University requires at least 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Cumberland University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

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

Reminder: Cumberland University 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 Will I Take At Cumberland University?

Cumberland University 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 are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Cumberland University.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer Yes

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

Majors at Cumberland University

When choosing a major, Cumberland University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Cumberland University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Cumberland University false.Cumberland University 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: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Cumberland University


Does Cumberland University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Cumberland University does offer 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 Cumberland University Offer Online Classes?

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

Does Cumberland University Give AP Credit?

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

Does Cumberland University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Cumberland University true for highly-qualified applicants, and true. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students.

Does Cumberland University Require Internships?

🟨 Cumberland University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Cumberland University


Cumberland University Library

The main library on campus is the Doris and Harry Vise Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Cumberland University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Cumberland University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Cumberland University 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.

Cumberland University has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Cumberland University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,481

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

46%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$26,400

Out-of-State

$26,400

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

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