Lee University

Lee University Overview

Lee University is a private, religious school in the small town setting of Cleveland, Tennessee. Lee University was founded in 1918 and the school now enrolls around 4,505 students per year, including 3,950 undergrad students. Lee University provides on-campus housing for up to 2,033 students. The majority of students live on campus. On the weekends, about 65% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life. Regular decision applicants for Fall 2023 should find out if they have been admitted by September 1.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Lee University!

Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Lee University's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Lee University students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Lee University does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Lee University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Lee University on the Student Life page.

2022 Lee University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	83%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.7
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	21%
Tuition	$21,000
Percent of Need Met	59%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$15,878

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Is Lee University a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" can mean different things for different people. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer idea of what Lee University offers and if the school seems like a good choice for you.

Lee University Acceptance Rate 2022

Lee University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 83% of applicants get into Lee University each year. Out of 2,222 applications received in 2022, 1,843 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Lee University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 81% of students who start at Lee University come back for their second year of college. Around 58% of students who started at Lee University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Lee University Grads

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from Lee University by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads. Within six months of graduating, 57% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

The average starting salary for recent Lee University grads is $35,386 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Lee University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Lee University's endowment was $30.7 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $7,119 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Lee University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Lee University meets 59% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Lee University full-time are awarded $15,878 a year in financial aid, on average.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2022 was around $32,492 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some financial aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Lee University.

Based on this information, is Lee University the school for you? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is Lee University a good school for you?

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Where is Lee University Located?

Lee University is located in the small town setting of Cleveland, Tennessee, less than an hour from Chattanooga.

If you would like to see Lee University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Cleveland, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Chattanooga Metropolitan.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Lee University and Cleveland are like without leaving home.

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