Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Athens, Tennessee |
| Online | twcnet.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Tennessee Wesleyan College, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, occupies a 40-acre campus in Athens, Tennessee, situated approximately midway between Chattanooga and Knoxville in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The liberal arts institution, founded in 1857, operates from a main campus featuring a mix of historic and modern buildings, including the Old College building which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The college maintains a selective admission process and offers undergraduate programs with particular emphasis in business, education, and nursing, while also featuring pre-professional programs in various health sciences. Students typically reside in one of five residence halls on the main campus, and the college competes in the NAIA's Appalachian Athletic Conference as the Bulldogs.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Tennessee Wesleyan College is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Tennessee Wesleyan College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#615 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#416 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Tennessee
#11 in Best Private Colleges in Tennessee
#49 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 950/1150 |
| ACT | 18/24 |
| GPA | 3.5 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,400 |
| Other Fees | $1,250 |
| Room and Board | $8,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $39,850 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 25% |
| Health Professions | 24% |
| Education | 13% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
| General Studies | 8% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024