Tennessee Wesleyan University

204 E. College Street - Athens, TN 37303
  • Region: Southeast
  • Campus Setting: Small Town
  • Size: Small
Overview
Near the center of Athens, Tennessee, Tennessee Wesleyan University provides experiences one expects from a major university with the attention and nurturing a liberal arts education offers. Since its founding in 1857, TWU has been dedicated to helping students live a meaningful life. Offering more than 30 undergraduate and graduate programs, students prepare for in-demand careers in industries like business, science, health professions and education. Faculty and staff are dedicated to assisting students in the realization of their full potential through holistic and transformational learning experiences in the classroom, the field and the community. A multitude of service learning opportunities provide all TWU students the chance to grow as leaders and set a foundation for lifelong meaningful achievement. As a part of the TWU family, the southeast Tennessee community plays an important role in the development of this region-s future leaders. Main campus is located two blocks from the town center, with easy access to the surrounding area. Additional locations in Knoxville and Cleveland provide convenience to students in the nursing program, management excellence degree completion program and the new Master of Occupational Therapy program. In addition, some programs and classes are offered online. No matter where a student chooses to take their classes - they will find learning experiences and a supportive community to help them grow personally and professionally. Through strong academic programs, service-learning opportunities, student organizations and athletics, TWU helps students become enlightened servant leaders who believe in serving others, pursuing knowledge and leading by example. Tennessee Wesleyan is a member of the Appalachian Athletic Conference of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and features more than 20 athletic teams for men and women. In addition to athletics, students can participate in more than 25 clubs and student organizations, providing all students opportunities to grow their leadership skills and foster relationships with fellow classmates.
Contact
Admissions
Lacey Weese
Director of Financial Aid
Phone: (423) 745-7504
Email: lweese@tnwesleyan.edu
Majors & Degrees
Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.    Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
 
 
Bachelors
Masters
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Mathematics and Statistics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Admissions
Common App Accepted
Yes
Application Fee
No
Application Fee Amount
free
Total Applications
968
Total Admissions
588
60%
Admission Rate
Tuition & Fees
Costs
Tuition
$26,100
Room and Board
$8,600
Book Fees
$1,400
Additional Fees
$1,250
Miscellaneous Fees
$2,500
Total Expenses
$39,850
65%
Tuition
Financial Aid
Average Financial Aid
$22,442
56%
Coverage of total expenses
Student Body
Total Students
200
43%
57%
Total Undergraduates
929
Total Graduates
123
Varsity Sports
NAIA Division I
Men
Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Baseball Basketball Bowling Golf Lacrosse Soccer Tennis
Women
Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Basketball Bowling Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Volleyball
Faculty
All Faculty
176
42%
58%
Full Time Faculty
159
42%
58%
Part Time Faculty
17
47%
53%
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