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65.8%Acceptance
$25,590Tuition
2,673Students
51%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$53,723Earnings
#24 in TennesseePrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Seventh-day Adventist

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
65.8%
Average SAT
1,130
SAT Range (25th–75th)
980–1,280
ACT Composite (avg)
23
Total Enrollment
2,673

Admissions Overview

Southern Adventist University is less selective with a 66% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission. The middle 50% of students score between 980-1280 on the SAT, with an average of 1130. Students typically need around a B average in high school coursework. The university seeks students who align with Seventh-day Adventist values and show interest in faith-based education. They particularly welcome applicants drawn to health sciences, given the school's strong programs in nursing, physical therapy, and other medical fields. Students committed to integrating Christian principles with academic study tend to thrive in this environment.