Southern Adventist University

Southern Adventist University is a mid-size private non-profit master's university (medium program) located in Collegedale, Tennessee, with an undergraduate enrollment of 2,773. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader Tennessee postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 66% acceptance rate, admission is broadly accessible. With a 66% acceptance rate, the institution is broadly accessible while maintaining academic standards. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $22,849 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 50%, 5 percentage points above the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $53,723. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.