Southern Adventist University
Founded in 1892, Southern Adventist University is a Seventh-day Adventist College. Located in Collegedale, Tennessee, SAU was the first Adventist school in the South and is considered the most conservative. Students observe the Sabbath from sundown Friday to sundown Saturday. Nursing, biology, and business administration and management are the most popular areas of study.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb
Key Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,959
Total Number of Undergrads
2,544
Academic Calendar
Semester
Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
0
100
17%
Graduate in 4 Years
National: 28%
0
100
45%
Graduate in 6 Years
National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
National: 21:1 Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition | $21,850
|
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,850
|
Students Receiving Financial Aid
98%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,695
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Gender
Student Organizations
46
Size of Town
Suburb: Large
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Chattanooga
Orlando
Atlanta
Los Angeles
Nashville
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$37,200
What Students Are Saying
4.07
Average Rating
Southern Serves the community, while remaining humble. Southern also encourages healthy living, which promotes better health. Most importantly, their are lots of resources for strong academic success.
Aaron from Collegedale, TN
a great school that offers lots of opportunities for recreation, leisure, and learning services. most staff are very supportive and want the best for you. there are lots of planned activities offered by the school.
Che-lei from Bermuda
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