Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
72.19%
SAT Average
1,144
ACT Range
20-26
Lee University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 72.19%. This means approximately 722 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,712 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
72.19%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $22,690 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,690 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $34,299 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,399 | State avg: $15,202. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 26.73% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 44.83% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Lee University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,690
Room and board
$9,340
Books and supplies
$1,250
Other expenses
$4,020
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$34,299
Average net price
$20,399
Average aid coverage
41%
$13,900 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Lee University pays approximately $20,399 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Tennessee average of $15,202 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Lee University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Tennessee and national averages.
Lee University net price
$20,399
Tennessee average
$15,202
National average
$17,506
Lee University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,690 and average net price at $20,399. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,690
Current net price
$20,399
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
60.67%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$43,222
Undergraduates
2,712
10-Year Median Earnings - Lee University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Lee University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Lee University?
Undergraduates
2,712
Completion rate
60.67%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
26.73%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
44.83%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 26.73% of Lee University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 44.83% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Lee University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Lee University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Lee University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Lee University is listed at 1120 N Ocoee St, Cleveland, TN 37311. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Lee University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee University | 72.19% | $22,690 | $20,399 | $43,222 |
| Vanderbilt University | 6.28% | $63,946 | $19,040 | $91,565 |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | 67.76% | $13,846 | $13,401 | $72,529 |
| Rhodes College | 49.68% | $54,892 | $25,060 | $66,651 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $66,318 |
Similar Schools in Cleveland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Cleveland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Cleveland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee University's acceptance rate?
Lee University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 72.19%.
How much is Lee University tuition?
Lee University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,690.
What is Lee University's average net price?
Lee University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,399.
What does Lee University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $13,887 for Lee University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Lee University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $43,222 for Lee University.
Is Lee University accredited?
Lee University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Lee University?
The local dataset lists 2,712 undergraduate students at Lee University.
What percentage of Lee University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Lee University in the local dataset is 26.73%.
What is the federal loan rate at Lee University?
The federal loan rate for Lee University in the local dataset is 44.83%.
Where should I verify Lee University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Lee University or the latest official federal education data.