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Lee University

#667 in Best Colleges in America
  • 4 Year
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 1,476 reviews
    How to Apply
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      A
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      C-
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      A
    10. Campus Food
      B+
    11. Student Life
      B+
    12. Safety
      B
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    Lee is an above-average private, Christian university located in Cleveland, Tennessee in the Chattanooga Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 3,854 undergraduate students. The Lee acceptance rate is 85%. Popular majors include Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Psychology, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. Graduating 52% of students, Lee alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $28,200.
    About Lee University...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)
    Athletic Conference
    Gulf South Conference
    Address
    1120 N Ocoee Street
    Cleveland, TN 37320
    Website
    leeuniversity.edu
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    Lee University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    85%
    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    SAT Range
    1000-1240
    ACT Range
    21-28
    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    No

    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,928/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $12,235/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    91%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.87 responses
    66%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.106 responses
    69%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.106 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
      105 Graduates
    • Psychology
      73 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      67 Graduates
    • Business
      65 Graduates
    • Health Service Preparatory Studies
      49 Graduates
    • Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
      42 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      36 Graduates
    • Public Relations
      23 Graduates
    • Religious Vocations
      23 Graduates
    • Education
      22 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    3,854Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    1,006
    Undergrads Over 25
    9%
    Pell Grant
    32%
    Varsity Athletes
    6%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 67 responses
    Report
    • Hipster
      21%
    • Conservative white privilege
      19%
    • Diversity
      19%
    • Student
      16%
    • "Homeschooler"
      4%
    • Unique
      4%
    • White chick
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    87%
    Poll
    56%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.115 responses
    Poll
    48%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.141 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 69 responses
    Report
    • Christ-centered excellence
      54%
    • Talented
      10%
    • Diverse
      9%
    • Strength based
      9%
    • Caring
      7%
    • Conservative
      6%
    • Fast-paced
      1%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $34,200/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    52%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    90%
    National
    83%
    83%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.52 responses
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    I am a freshman at Lee and love it! I live in Bowdle OBannon and have gotten to know a lot of guys. The leadership is intentional about making sure we connect. In the Freshman Gateway class we do a lot of things to get to know other freshmen. We have socials and do service projects together. The class teaches us how to "do college." I can say the food is really good at Lee. We have the cafeteria that offers a really good variety of options, we have a Subway, Dunkin Donuts, Chick-fil-a, etc. The chapels are really good and challenge us to follow Christ and live a life pleasing to him. Now, academics. The classes are hard, so get ready to study if you want to succeed. Know that you're going to have to spend plenty of time outside the classroom to make the grades you want.
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    Lee University has such a welcoming, family-like atmosphere. You are instantly connected with those who share your similar interests but are also challenged by different world views. Lee is by far one of the most affordable private, 4-year universities in the country without any lack of quality. I'm excited to be a #FutureFlame!
    This is a beautiful campus. I decided not to start right after graduating high school and instead get a job and take a short break and when I did decide to start applying, I visited Lee and every person I encountered was so welcoming and encouraging. I even asked students for directions on campus as I was finding my way around and the environment is happy, positive and uplifting. I am so excited to have been accepted and starting in the spring!