Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003518
- Phone: (865) 695-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$10,502Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Southern Adventist University
10915 Hardin Valley Road, Knoxville, TN
Southern Adventist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Collegedale, TN, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The school's Seventh Day Adventists affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Southern Adventist University has a yearly student enrollment of over three thousand.
Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Visual And Performing Arts
The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 890 to 1120 on the SAT and between 19 to 25 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. Southern Adventist University admits roughly 50 percent of applicants. Of those accepted, about 58 percent registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at southern.edu.
Tuition is approximately $20,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is around $3,500 per year. Southern Adventist University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
Students may visit the Southern Adventist University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, financial aid details, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Southern Adventist University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Southern Adventist University has a total student population of about 2,900. The student body is made up of 86% undergraduate students and 17% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $24,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- For part-time students, charges are between $920-$1,100 per unit
- May provide a prepaid tuition option, which allows tuition to be purchased at current rates for enrollment at a future date
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $10,325 |
Receiving Student Loans | 53% | $8,390 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Southern Adventist University may offer services like those listed below:
- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- Doctorate Degree in Nursing (DSN) Program
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Southern Adventist University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biomedical Science (B)
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Biophysics (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Finance (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B, M)
- Entrepreneurship (M)
- Accounting (A, B, M)
- International Business (B)
- Management Science (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Sales Manager (B)
- Office Management and Supervision
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management
- Administrative Assistant
- Banking and Financial Services
- Human Resources
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (A, B)
- Family Practice Nurse (M)
- Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse (C, D, M)
- Physical Therapy (A)
- Nursing Administration (D)
- Dental Hygienist (A)
- Healthcare Administration (B, M)
- Critical Care Nursing (C, M)
- Adult Health Nurse (M)
- Art Therapy (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Occupational Therapy (A)
- Radiology Technician
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (C)
Personal and Culinary Services
- Culinary Arts (A)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Clinical Psychology (B, M)
- School Psychology (M)
- Psychology (B)
- Organizational Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
- Missionary Studies (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
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- Lee University in Memphis, TN (13 miles away)
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- Tennessee Wesleyan College in Memphis, TN (38 miles away)
- Sewanee - The University of the South in Shelbyville, TN (50 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003518
- Phone: (865) 695-0000 x0000
- School Homepage