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Cumberland University

Lebanon, Tennessee · Private (nonprofit)

Feb 1Application deadline

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B+Value
N/ACampus
C+Academics
B-Admissions
BStudent Life
B-Overall

About

Cumberland University is located in Lebanon, Tennessee. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 2,053 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$27,840
Out-of-state tuition$27,840
Room & board$10,360
Avg aid package$23,749
Students receiving aid100%
Pell grant recipients33%
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Admissions

Application info

Acceptance rate67%
Average GPA3.30
Student–faculty ratio18:1
Test optionalNo
Common AppYes
Application fee$30

Application dates

Early ActionNov 1
Regular DecisionFeb 1
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Academics

Graduation rate48%
Retention rate62%
Student–faculty ratio18:1
Full-time faculty36%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$57,687
Avg starting salary$37,400
Job placement rate61%
Earn more than HS grad78%
Economic mobility200%
Loan default (3 yr)7%
Loan repayment (3 yr)63%

Student life

Demographics

Small School
2,053Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 55%Male 45%
56% WhiteRacial diversity
White 56%Black 11%Hispanic 9%Asian 1%Other 23%
Greek lifeYes
Campus housingYes

About Cumberland University

24-hour security patrols, emergency phones, and escort services ensure campus safety.

Endowment$20,022,528
Avg faculty salary$71,184

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