Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Lookout Mountain, Georgia |
| Online | covenant.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | The Presbyterian Church in America |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Covenant College is a private, Christian liberal arts college situated atop Lookout Mountain in Georgia, just a few miles from Chattanooga, Tennessee. Founded in 1955, Covenant is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) and integrates a biblical perspective into its curriculum. The college campus features Gothic-style architecture and offers on-campus housing options for students. Covenant College has a selective admissions process and offers a range of undergraduate degrees, with notable programs in Education, Business, and Pre-Professional Health Sciences. While athletics are an aspect of campus life, Covenant competes in the NCAA Division III as the Scots, without a singular focus on any one sport.
In the most recent statistical year 813 prospective students applied, and 684 were granted admission. Of those admitted 242 enrolled in the school. 827 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 59 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $37,760 plus fees of $1,100.
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Covenant College is rated within the top 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1140/1380 |
| ACT | 24/32 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Mar 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,170 |
| Other Fees | $1,100 |
| Room and Board | $11,688 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,790 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,508 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 36% |
| Education | 15% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| English and Literature | 9% |
| General Studies | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139393 IPEDS survey data for Covenant College.
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