Lee University
#105 in Best Christian Colleges
Type: Evangelical | 4-year | Cleveland, TN
Lee University
#105 in Best Christian Colleges
Type: Evangelical | 4-year | Cleveland, TN
Lee University, in Cleveland, Tennessee, is affiliated with the Church of God (Cleveland, TN) and offers a Christ-centered education that integrates faith and learning. Founded in 1918, it is now one of the largest Christian universities in the Southeast, with over 100 degree programs. Lee emphasizes spiritual formation, global engagement, and service, preparing students to be compassionate leaders. Its vibrant campus life includes worship services, mission trips, and student organizations, fostering a community where faith and academic excellence thrive.
School Facts
- Year founded : 1918
- Setting: Small Town
- Campus Size: 120 acres
- Campus Housing: Yes
- Enrollment: 3,927
- Academic Calendar: Semester
- Religious Affiliation: Church of God
- Chapel Requirement: Twice a week
- Faculty Faith Requirement: Christian
Rankings
#104 out of 204
#35 out of 72
#14 out of 23
#10 out of 13
#10 out of 13
Admissions
Selectivity
Selective
Application Deadline: Rolling
Application Fee $25
SAT/ACT: Considered
High School GPA: Required
Early Decision/Action: No
Accepts Common App: Yes
SAT Range
SAT Reading
SAT Math
Students Submitting SAT
1020-1240
520-630
500-610
20%
ACT Range
ACT English
ACT Math
Students Submitting ACT
20-26
20-28
17-25
76%
Admissions
Selectivity: Selective
Application Deadline: Rolling
Application Fee $25
SAT/ACT: Considered
High School GPA: Required
Early Decision/Action: No
Accepts Common App: Yes
SAT Range: 1020-1240
SAT Reading: 520-630
SAT Math: 500-610
Students Submitting SAT: 20%
ACT Range: 20-26
ACT English: 20-28
ACT Math: 17-25
Students Submitting ACT: 76%
Reader Rankings
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Cost
Tuition: $22,690
Books & Supplies: $1,250
Room & Board: $13,360
Total: $37,300
Net Price: $20,222
Average Grant & Scholarship: $13,390
Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Cost
Tuition: $22,690
Books & Supplies: $1,250
Room & Board: $13,360
Total: $37,300
Net Price: $20,222
Average Grant & Scholarship: $13,390
Students Receiving Financial Aid: 97%
Academics
Student to Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
Full-time Faculty: 36%
Graduation Rate: 61%
Most Popular Majors | |
|---|---|
Psychology | 73 Graduates |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 67 Graduates |
Business Administration and Management, General | 59 Graduates |
Liberal Studies | 52 Graduates |
Pastoral Studies | 43 Graduates |
Elementary Education and Teaching | 22 Graduates |
Marketing | 20 Graduates |
Accounting | 20 Graduates |
Communications | 19 Graduates |
Fine/Studio Arts | 18 Graduates |
Accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Academics
Student to Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
Full-time Faculty: 36%
Graduation Rate: 61%
Most Popular Majors |
|---|
Psychology: 73 Graduates |
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 67 Graduates |
Business Administration and Management, General: 59 Graduates |
Liberal Studies: 52 Graduates |
Pastoral Studies: 43 Graduates |
Elementary Education and Teaching: 22 Graduates |
Marketing: 20 Graduates |
Accounting: 20 Graduates |
Communications: 19 Graduates |
Fine/Studio Arts: 18 Graduates |
Accreditation
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges
Students
Enrollment: 3,927 students
Undergraduate: 3,446 students
Students over 25: 18%
Pell Grant Recipients: 30%
Varsity Athletes: 11%
Freshman Live on Campus: 82%
Undergrads in College Housing: 47%
Graduate: 481students
Athletics
NCAA Division II (without football) | Gulf South Conference
Varsity Sports
M
F
All Track
Baseball
Basketball
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Club Sports- Men
boxing, cycling, fly fishing, rugby, ultimate Frisbee
Club Sports - Women's
boxing, cycling, fly fishing, rugby, ultimate Frisbee
Intramural/Recreational Sports
basketball, billiards, bowling, football, golf, racquetball, soccer, softball, table tennis, tennis,
ultimate Frisbee, volleyball (indoor/sand)
Athletics
NCAA Division II (without football) | Gulf South Conference
Varsity Sports
All Track (M/F), Baseball (M), Basketball (M/F), Golf (M/F), Lacrosse (M/F), Soccer (M/F), Softball (F), Tennis (M/F), Volleyball (F)
Club Sports- Men
boxing, cycling, fly fishing, rugby, ultimate Frisbee
Club Sports - Women's
boxing, cycling, fly fishing, rugby, ultimate Frisbee
Intramural/Recreational Sports
basketball, billiards, bowling, football, golf, racquetball, soccer, softball, table tennis, tennis,
ultimate Frisbee, volleyball (indoor/sand)
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