College
Southern Adventist University
- BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- Collegedale, TN
- 711 reviews
- AcademicsB+
- ValueB
- DiversityA
- CampusB
- AthleticsNG
- Party SceneD+
- ProfessorsB-
- LocationC
- DormsB+
- Campus FoodB+
- Student LifeC+
- SafetyB+
Southern Adventist 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
38%
SAT Range
920-1180
ACT Range
20-26
Application Fee
$25
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost
Net Price
$21,540/ year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
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Academics
Professors
B-
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Student Faculty Ratio
14:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 80%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.45 responses
- 75%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.51 responses
- 65%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.51 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Nursing
239 GraduatesBiology
25 GraduatesBusiness Administration and Management
24 GraduatesTheological and Ministerial Studies
19 GraduatesKinesiology and Exercise Science
17 GraduatesElementary Education
16 GraduatesCinematography and Video Production
15 GraduatesAccounting
14 GraduatesBiomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
11 GraduatesSocial Work and Youth Services
11 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,113Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
8%
Pell Grant
33%
Varsity Athletes
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
90%
Poll
- 89%
- of students say they don't have Greek life.46 responses
Poll
- 58%
- of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports.65 responses
After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$37,200/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
61%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
88%
National
83%- 89%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.28 responses
Southern Adventist University Reviews
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I am truly enjoying my experience at Southern. The staff genuinely cares for your success. The atmosphere is like no other campus I have been on. They have a strong religious base but it is not at all “preachy”. As a non-Adventist arrending an Adventis school, I was unsure of what to expect. But what I have found is an enclusive atmosphere where your opinions are welcomed and culture is embraced. This is my second time attempting college. It was a huge decision to make and it was a very freitening experience initially. However, I must say that the love and support that is shown by my professors and classmates has been so overwhelming that my anxieties dissipated very quickly.
It's a relatively small campus with about 3,000 students, which means you get to know a lot more peopke on a more personal level. The staff are amazing; they'll invite you over to eat and talk and are always available if you have quesions. The campus itself is sort of tucked away in its own little community and has a nice feel to it. If you like the outdoors it's even better because of the 35+ miles of biking and hiking trails. There are several restaurants on campus that are worked by the students and have a wide variety of food choices. Finally, the spiritual side of Southern is beautiful. Everyone is so welcoming and always has your back. It's a big, beautiful family.
Southern Adventist University is a fantastic college. If you are looking for a christian-family-like atmosphere, I highly recommend it. However, for many, the college may feel restricting. No shorts to class, No jewelry, and Mandatory Worship credits are just a few examples. If you are also looking for a killer party scene, don't come here. Most of us come from religious backgrounds in our education, like private schooling or home schooling. That being said, I have never met so many nice and caring staff and students at SAU. Though this college may not be for everyone, it suites my needs, and I am very happy here.