Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Waleska, Georgia |
| Online | reinhardt.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains in Waleska, approximately one hour north of Atlanta, Reinhardt University is a private Methodist-affiliated institution established in 1883. The 525-acre wooded campus features a blend of historic and contemporary architecture, including the signature Burgess Administration Building, constructed in 1892. Reinhardt operates as a primarily residential campus with traditional dormitories and apartment-style housing options, while offering undergraduate programs across four academic schools, with notable strengths in business, education, and performing arts. The university competes in the NAIA's Appalachian Athletic Conference as the Reinhardt Eagles, with particularly competitive programs in football and women's volleyball.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Reinhardt University is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Reinhardt University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#699 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#461 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Georgia
#69 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1160 |
| ACT | 19/24 |
| GPA | 3.25 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,340 |
| Room and Board | $12,950 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $49,070 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 37% |
| Education | 32% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 5% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 3% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025