Union University: Review & Facts

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Union University is a medium four-year, private not-for-profit school with 2,735 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1823 and is one of the 5 colleges and schools located in Jackson, Tennessee.

Union University is affiliated with Southern Baptist Church.

Academic Offerings

At Union University you can obtain your 1-year certificate, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
111
Union University implements a continuous curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 111 majors. The most popular concentrations are Nursing, Education, Management, Social Work, and Business. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a good sign. Nevertheless, if you are planning to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Union University student retention rate is high at 84% (well above Tennessee average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
84%
Good
The graduation rate at Union University is average - 66%.

Student to faculty ratio at Union University is good, 8:1. Find out more information regarding faculty and instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition pricing is fairly high - about $18,400 per year. The additional fees at Union University beyond tuition are about $1,100, which totals $19,500 per academic year.

Read the details about Union University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
53%
Doable
As reported in recent government data, 2,839 applications were submitted and 1,492 were accepted, so it is not very hard to get accepted at this school.

The school might accept dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits for admission.

Read the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Union University in the Admissions and Tests report for this institution.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$8,500
High
Union University provides a distance education program, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Union University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
C
Unsafe
Union University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates around 1,300 students, which provides a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is a bit high: roughly $8,500 per year.

Army ROTC programs are available at Union University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, Union University appears to be a relatively safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Union University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Union University
1050 Union University Dr
Jackson, Tennessee
38305-3697, USA
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