Lebanon, TN

Cumberland University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Cumberland University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Lebanon, TN.
It is classified as Master's College and University (medium programs) by Carnegie Classification.
Cumberland University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

67% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 2,495 applied, 1,680 accepted, and 681 enrolled in CU.
312 men and 369 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $27,840 for undergraduate programs and $8,280 for graduate programs.
Tuition has not increased and remains the same as last year at Cumberland University.

Financial Aid

2,305 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $18,333.
For freshmen, 623 students (100%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $23,749.

Student Population

A total of 3,457 students enrolled CU in 2025.
By gender, 1,632 men and 1,825 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,745 undergraduate and 712 graduate students.

73 Major Programs

  • 5 programs through online
  • 18 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of CU is 46% and the transfer-out rate is 14%.
The retention rate is 59% for full-time and 59% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
46%
Transfer-out Rate
14%
Retention Rate
59%
Students to Faculty Ratio
19 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 255 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for CU and the average faculty salary is $55,395. The studetns to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.
There are 395 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $50,832.
Number of Faculties
255
Average Faculty Salary
$55,395
Number of Staffs
395
Average Staff Salary
$50,832

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries