Sewanee -
The University of the South
Location: Sewanee, TN (rural)
Size: 1,716 students
Avg percent need-met: 95%
Acceptance rate: 56%
Middle 50% ACT: 25-30 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1160-1340 **Test Optional**
Sewanee is a small, rural school with a demanding education. They boast a well-rounded curriculum with tons of work and no grade inflation. To balance that challenge, professors are passionate and approachable, with a solid administration. Steeped in the Southern academic tradition, they have a strict honor code and students dress up for class. The campus also has a renowned theology school. The beautiful campus is located on 13,000 acres on Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau, and there are lots of opportunities to engage with nature.
Popular majors / known for: Political Science, Pre-Health, Psychology, Economics
Academic approach: Liberal arts
Fun fact: The Sewanee Outing Program (SOP) gives students opportunities to explore Sewanee’s campus, the surrounding region, and wilderness areas across the United States. From pre-orientation programming to weekend trips and extended excursions, students get to explore hiking, climbing, caving, and canoeing
Check out campus photos here!
Conservatism
Per Niche, the campus is fairly divided in its political beliefs as a whole, with the plurality of students describing the campus as moderate. 28% of students identify as conservative, 38% as moderate, and 19% as liberal
Owned by Episcopal Diocese
“The school is concerned with traditions of courtesy, respect, and academic commitment, and has a reputation for conservative Southern values.” - Princeton Review
Application Details
RD deadline: February 1st
Early Action deadline: December 1st
Supplemental essays: No
Application fee: $0
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, priority is December 1st, otherwise due February 1st
Interviews: Considered
Extra: Demonstrated interest considered
School also featured in: Great Likely Schools, International Student