First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision Apply early, hear early, and you must enroll if admitted. Binding. | November 15, 2026 |
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | December 1, 2026 |
| Early decision II A second, later early decision round. Also binding. | January 15, 2027 |
| Regular decision The standard deadline, with answers in spring. Not binding. | February 1, 2027 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: new.sewanee.edu · checked September 30, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 50 |
| Psychology | 47 |
| General Literature | 33 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 33 |
| Political Science and Government | 28 |
| Sustainability Studies | 26 |
| International/Globalization Studies | 23 |
| Finance | 20 |
Show the other 25 majors
| Neuroscience | 16 |
| Anthropology | 14 |
| Mathematics | 12 |
| History | 12 |
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 8 |
| Computer Science | 7 |
| Creative Writing | 7 |
| Geology/Earth Science | 7 |
| Natural Resources/Conservation | 6 |
| Environmental Studies | 6 |
| Music | 5 |
| German Language and Literature | 5 |
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | 5 |
| Philosophy | 4 |
| Fine/Studio Arts | 3 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 3 |
| Biochemistry | 3 |
| Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 3 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 3 |
| Forest Sciences and Biology | 3 |
| Women's Studies | 2 |
| Russian Language and Literature | 2 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 2 |
| Chemistry | 2 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Southern Athletic Association
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division III, Southern Athletic Association
Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming and Diving (combined), Tennis, Track and Field (Indoor), Track and Field (Outdoor), Volleyball
Coed varsity · NCAA Division III, Southern Athletic Association
Equestrian
Faith groups
Newman Connection
Also
Study abroad
Greek life
59% of men in fraternities · 73% of women in sororities · 66% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2023–24)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
Rural, distant
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Winchester, TN
45,137 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
No
More about the place
Nearest airport
Lovell Field (CHA)
Nearest hub airport
Nashville International (BNA)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 5.3 of 20
Elevation
1,941 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
29°F
July high
84°F
Annual snowfall
5.4 in
Days at 90°F or higher
9 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$1,230 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Covenant College35 mi
- The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga37 mi
- Alabama A & M University47 mi
- Southern Adventist University50 mi
- Middle Tennessee State University51 mi
- Oakwood University52 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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