Overview
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| Location | Memphis, Tennessee |
| Online | rhodes.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Rhodes College occupies a wooded 110-acre campus in the historic Midtown district of Memphis, Tennessee, characterized by its Collegiate Gothic architecture and limestone buildings. Founded in 1848 and relocated to its current Memphis location in 1925, Rhodes maintains its affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA) while operating as an independent liberal arts institution. The college emphasizes undergraduate education in the humanities and sciences, with particularly strong programs in English, international studies, and biochemistry and molecular biology. Students are required to live on campus for their first three years, residing in Gothic-style residence halls that complement the campus architecture. Located minutes from downtown Memphis, Rhodes provides students with access to internships and research opportunities at nearby institutions, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the National Civil Rights Museum.
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Rhodes College is rated within the top 24% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Rhodes College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#136 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#111 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Tennessee
#3 in Best Private Colleges in Tennessee
#130 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1290/1490 |
| ACT | 28/33 |
| GPA | 3.99 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,125 |
| Other Fees | $810 |
| Room and Board | $12,910 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,619 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,546 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 23% |
| Biology | 15% |
| English and Literature | 11% |
| Business | 11% |
| Psychology | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025