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ACCEPTANCE RATE

69.24%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

30

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$19,944

Average 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

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Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Carson – Newman College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Carson – Newman College

Also known as William Jennings Bryan College

721 Bryan Drive, Dayton, TN

Carson - Newman College is a nonprofit private institution located in Jefferson City, TN and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Carson - Newman College has an annual student enrollment of about two thousand.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Education
  • Psychology
  • Philosophy And Religious Studies
  • Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Most common test scores among applicants accepted to Carson - Newman College are in the range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 855 - 1115 on the SAT exam. Roughly 70 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 19 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $24,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $2,800 each year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Carson - Newman College Eagles participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to view more about this school can check out their website at http://www.cn.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Carson – Newman College has offered the following degree levels for students:

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Associate's Degree4
Bachelor's Degree2

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female6

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black1
Hispanic1
White4

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at William Jennings Bryan College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the candidates William Jennings Bryan College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Carson – Newman College may offer student services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

William Jennings Bryan College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Basketball (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Football (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Beach Volleyball