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Sewanee: The University Of The South is a private, liberal arts university in Sewanee, Tennessee that is popularly referred to as Sewanee. Established in 1857, the university sprawls over 13,000 acres and offers both undergraduate and graduate programs in foreign languages, library science, international studies, music, business, anthropology, and education. The university has the following college and school under it:
Sewanee participates in NCAA Division III and is a member of the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference. Baseball, basketball, cross country, equestrian, track and field, and tennis are some of the sports in which students participate. The nickname for Sewanee athletics teams is the Wildcats. The university has twelve fraternities and nine sororities. Students can also choose from over ninety clubs and organizations.
Sewanee: The University Of The South is in Sewanee, TN. Sewanee is a rural area. The school is classified as a Protestant Episcopal college. Sewanee: The University Of The South is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Doctoral degree.
Sewanee: The University Of The South offers many areas of study. Fields of study in vogue at the school include science, mathematics, drama and performing arts, fine arts, liberal arts, and conservation and resource management.
Not all applicants to Sewanee: The University Of The South are accepted. The top quarter of students at the school scored at least 680 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 560 to 650 in 2007.
The schools' faculty/student ratio of superior to most. The most successful professors at the school are given tenure, encouraging them to stay with the school for a long time. The Sewanee: The University Of The South teaching staff is well compensated compared to other schools.
Approximately 1,561 students study at the school (in 2007).
Very few students at Sewanee: The University Of The South attend part-time. The school offers a real campus feel. Sewanee: The University Of The South makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students at the school can take advantage of the school's meal plans. Students participate in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of the South is an institution of the Episcopal Church dedicated to the increase of knowledge, understanding, and wisdom, pursued in close community and in full freedom of inquiry, and enlightened by Christian faith in the Anglican tradition, to the end that students may be prepared to search for truth, seek justice for all, preserve liberty under law, and serve God and humanity.
The College of Arts and Sciences is committed to the development of the whole person through a liberal arts education of exceptional quality. Outstanding students work in close contact with distinguished faculty in a demanding course of humane and scientific study that prepares them for lives of high achievement. Providing rich opportunities for leadership and spiritual growth while grounding its community on a pledge of honor, Sewanee enables students to live with grace, integrity, and a reverent concern for the world.
The School of Theology educates women and men to serve the broad whole of the Episcopal Church in ordained and lay vocations. The School develops leaders who are learned, skilled, informed by the Word of God, and committed to the mission of ChristÆs church, in the Anglican tradition of forming disciples through a common life of prayer, learning, and service. SewaneeÆs seminary education and world-wide programs equip people for ministry through the gift of theological reflection in community."
More complete details are provided below.
Sewanee: The University Of The South
735 University Avenue
Sewanee, TN 37383-1000
General Phone: (931) 598-1000
http://www.sewanee.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 194 | English, history, economics, political science, anthropology, Spanish language, area studies, international studies, ... |
| Religion And Philosophy | 61 | ministry, theology, religion, philosophy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 36 | psychology |
| Fine Arts | 34 | art history and criticism, fine arts |
| Science | 30 | biology, environmental biology, geology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry, chemistry courses |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 19 | environmental studies, conservation, forest sciences |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 7 | drama |
| Music | 6 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 5 | computer science |
Number of programs and degrees for Sewanee: The University Of The South in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 354 | 37 |
| First-professional degree | 29 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 7 | 1 |
| First-professional certificate | 6 | 1 |
| Master's degree | 3 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 1 |
In 2007, Sewanee: The University Of The South had a total enrollment of 1,561 students (1,546 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 90% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| First Professional | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 44% |
| 20-21 | 42% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 24% |
| Georgia | 9% |
| Alabama | 8% |
| Texas | 7% |
| Virginia | 6% |
| North Carolina | 6% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Florida | 4% |
| South Carolina | 4% |
| Louisiana | 3% |
| New York | 2% |
| Kentucky | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
Sewanee: The University Of The South offers campus housing for 1,364 of its 1,546 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Sewanee, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,424 | 1,542 | 64% | 402 | 26% |
| Men | 1,095 | 669 | 61% | 166 | 25% |
| Women | 1,329 | 873 | 66% | 236 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 570 | 680 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 650 |
| SAT Writing | 580 | 670 |
| ACT Verbal | 25 | 33 |
| ACT Math | 24 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 25 | 33 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 81% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 57% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 30,660 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,660 |
| Room and board | $ 8,780 |
| Room charge | $ 4,560 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,220 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,100 |
Financial Aid:
Sewanee: The University Of The South participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 353400)
Sewanee: The University Of The South has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 60 | 24 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 11 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 46 | $94,803 | 12 | $78,409 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 16 | $69,637 | 16 | $66,369 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 13 | $55,838 | 19 | $55,993 |
| Instructor | academic year | 8 | $50,719 | 5 | $41,266 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 84 | $79,063 | 52 | $62,943 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference |
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
Forest Sciences and Biology
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Anthropology
Area Studies, Other
Asian Studies/Civilization
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Chemistry, Other
Environmental Biology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Sewanee: The University Of The South Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in fine arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Protestant Episcopal affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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