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The University of the South

Sewanee, TN·Private·~57% acceptance

The University of the South is a private university based in Sewanee, TN. It admits about 57% of applicants. Students pay an average net price of about $27,872 per year after financial aid. About 81% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $64,911 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$27,872/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $71,986
Aid cuts ~$44,114/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 15, 2026
EA
Dec 1, 2026
RD
Feb 1, 2027

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Admissions
GPA range3.55–4
SAT (middle 50%)1260–1390
ACT (middle 50%)27–31
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
81%
graduation rate
89%
freshman retention
$53,456
median earnings, 6yr
$64,911
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is The University of the South's acceptance rate?
The University of the South admits about 57% of applicants.
How much does The University of the South cost?
At The University of the South, the average net price after aid is about $27,872 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $71,986 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for The University of the South?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1260–1390 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT.
What are The University of the South's application deadlines?
The University of the South's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 15, 2026, Early Action around Dec 1, 2026, Regular Decision around Feb 1, 2027. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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