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About Lee University

faith-based missionmasters level programshealth sciences focussmall private collegetennessee liberal arts

Lee University is a private university in Cleveland, TN, known for its faith-based mission, masters level programs, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 73%, Lee University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 517 students each year. Lee University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Lee University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $12,590 per year; the sticker price of $34,120 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Lee University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

73%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1115
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1020 – 1210 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Lee University

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Demonstrated Interest
Lee University tracks demonstrated interest, so schedule a campus visit to Cleveland and make sure to register through their official visit portal so your attendance is on record.
Demonstrated Interest
Reach out directly to your Lee University admissions counselor with a specific question about your intended program, because the admissions office gives meaningful weight to demonstrated interest and personal contact helps you stand out.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Lee University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$34k/yr$12.8k
30k-48k~$34k/yr$13.8k
48k-75k~$34k/yr$17.0k
75k-110k~$34k/yr$19.7k
110k+~$34k/yr$24.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$38k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
3,268
Undergrad Enrollment
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