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Private Nonprofit4-year

Lee University

Cleveland, Tennessee Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#2925
Nationally
#81
In Tennessee
72%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$21,960
Annual Tuition
per year
61%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
3,253
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
48/100
Average
#2925 nationally
#81 in Tennessee
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes61
πŸ’°Affordability72
🎯Selectivity14
πŸ“šAcademic Environment15
πŸ”¬Program Breadth66

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Lee University is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Cleveland, Tennessee. With 3,253 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 72%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $21,960, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $14,350 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 61%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate72%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
2,150
Applied
1,552
Admitted
553
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading520 – 630
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math500 – 610
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)20 – 26
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$21,960/yr
Room & Board$10,590/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$33,280/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$21,960↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$14,350
$30,001 – $48,000$13,560
$48,001 – $75,000$18,412
$75,001 – $110,000$21,870
Over $110,000$23,256
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate61%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
3,253
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 76%
Hispanic 1%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or more 5%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($21,960/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationCleveland, Tennessee
SettingCity: Small
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$14,350
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#81
in Tennessee out of 7+ colleges
#2925
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.