Union University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	City: Small
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	1,288
Religious affiliation	Baptist
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Acceptance rate	53%
Students retention rate	87%
On-time graduation rate	68%

Located in Jackson, Tennessee, Union University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

Union University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, Union University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Union University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 87% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

52.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$35,510

Cost of attendance at Union University in 2022 for students from Tennessee.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average	$9,811
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$35,510

Cost of attendance at Union University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average	$20,464
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Union University received on average $27,090 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$27,090

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	84	26%	$4,323	$363,118
Other Federal Grant	134	41%	$4,031	$540,215
State Grant/Scholarships	194	60%	$4,269	$828,223
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	312	97%	$23,485	$7,327,322
Total Grant & Scholarships	321	99%	$27,090	$8,695,760

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Union University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Union University students is 68.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 64.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 74.6%.

68.3%

asian 57.1% 4 students
African American 55.6% 5 students
white 70.8% 211 students
unknown 50.0% 2 students
hispanic 40.0% 4 students
International Students 50.0% 4 students

Sport Conferences

Baseball Gulf South Conference
Basketball Gulf South Conference
Track and Cross Country Gulf South Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Union University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Union University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic
Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

Weekend/evening classes
Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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