About Belmont University

Founded in 1890, Belmont University. is a Private college. Located in Tennessee, which is a city setting in Tennessee, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 6,293 full time undergraduate students, and 1,430 full time graduate students.

The Belmont University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 336 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Belmont University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate81%
Application Deadline
Application Fee50
SAT Range1040-1250
ACT Range24-29

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,55% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 22 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

91% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 62% were in the top quarter, and 35% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Belmont University.

5%
“We”re apathetic”
27%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
5%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
23%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
2%
“It”s not really our thing”
3%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
8%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
88%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
2%
“Available in class”
42%
“They keep regular office hours”
53%
“They”re always available”
8%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
42%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
60%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
3%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
16%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
70%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
5%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
5%
“We”re apathetic”
27%
“We know about current events and vote”
64%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
5%
“We save it for the classroom”
13%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
23%
“All the time, including weekends”
3%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
25%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
72%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
43%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
2%
“It”s not really our thing”
3%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
8%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
88%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
2%
“Available in class”
42%
“They keep regular office hours”
53%
“They”re always available”
8%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
50%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
42%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
60%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
3%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
16%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
70%
“There might be people who do”
9%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
5%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    139 Students rated on-campus housing 3.7 stars. 21 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    104 Students rated off-campus housing 3.3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    143 Students rated campus food 3.1 stars. 15 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    143 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 47 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    143 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 68 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    143 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    144 Students rated local services 4.4 stars. 63 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    143 Students rated academics 4 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

Belmont University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Belmont University?

70 Students rated Belmont University

Sunshine - 08/22/2024

Belmont University is more than just a school; it's a launching pad for dreams. From the moment I stepped onto campus, I knew I had found my home away from home. The vibrant atmosphere, coupled with the incredible faculty and supportive community, made me feel like I belonged. One of the things I love most about Belmont is the emphasis on experiential learning. The opportunities to get involved in internships, research projects, and extracurricular activities are endless. I've had the chance to study abroad, work on a variety of community service projects, and even start my own club. These experiences have helped me develop essential skills and gain valuable real-world experience. The professors at Belmont are truly exceptional. They are not only knowledgeable in their fields but also passionate about teaching and mentoring their students. They have gone above and beyond to support me, both academically and personally. I feel lucky to have had the opportunity to learn from such amazing educators. Belmont's beautiful campus is another reason why I love it so much. The architecture is stunning, and the grounds are always well-maintained. There's a great sense of community on campus, and everyone is always friendly and welcoming. If you're looking for a university that will challenge you, support you, and help you reach your full potential, I highly recommend Belmont. It's a place where dreams take flight, and where you'll make lifelong friends and memories.

Deedee - 06/14/2024

Belmont has been an amazing experience for me. The Christ-centered music community has helped me to grow a lot within my first year.

Paige - 05/06/2024

If you are a Theology major or a music major of any sort, the school is absolutely perfect for you, but sometimes the other majors get pushed to the side or neglected. We get fewer and fewer classes each semester, unless you have a department head who is willing to fight for more classes like the one for legal studies is, and the music majors will constantly have more classes or there will constantly be more religion classes. I know this sounds like a huge complaint section, but I tend to see reviews of everyone refusing to say the negative, so I figured I would start with the things I personally did not like. All in all, it could definitely be worse.

Isabella - 04/02/2024

I believe Belmont University to have a very beautiful campus and academic life, but I have seen that the class sizes aren't very big and they don't have as many clubs as other colleges may. They are a very artistic and musically inclined school which makes them very unique, and in the heart of Nashville providing many opportunities to up and coming musicians. Though their majors outside of healthcare and music-related are fairly scarce; they don't have an Engineering program which was my biggest turn away when deciding which college to attend. If they did, it would definitely be higher on my list of potential schools.

Belmont University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Belmont University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Belmont University is 81%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would tell myself to enjoy it more. I spent my entire freshman year stressed out about classes, finances, my roommate, and working. I didn't take the time to socialize as much as I should have. I didn't try new things. I did not have the typical freshman experience, because I didn't "stop to smell the roses." It took me a year to realize that I was at this amazing school and that I should celebrate and enjoy every second!

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Quirky, funny, intellectual, and genuine, each individual classmate contributes his/her own personality and style to the school in order to challenge themselves academically, socially, spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually and to uphold the values for which Belmont stands.

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    Not to stress out too much about college life or being home sick. It is really easy to get used to being away and meeting new people and feeling at home.

    Read all 25 answers

  5. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The amazing opportunities offered to the students.

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  6. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Belmont is a great place to make new friends and is very helpful in educating and finding a career for life.

    Read all 21 answers

  7. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    To me the worst thing about Belmont University is the cost of attending the school. I understand that private universities such as Belmont need to have a high tuition in order to keep up with their own costs, but the financial burden I have taken on with my parents is substantial. Currently, I am struggling to make ends meet with my off-campus apartment. Costs are really starting to add up and sometimes I'm not sure I will be able to make the necessary payments. "Cost" is the worst thing about Belmont University.

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  8. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone would be a good fit at Belmont, but students who are creative, self-motivated, and wanting to learn would thrive here. Students who specifically interested in music, be it the industry, songwriting, or performing, would be perfect fits. Also, students who are looking to be involved in campus organizations and the Nashville community are strongly encouraged to be here.

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  9. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about Belmont University is that it offers degrees in music industry fields and that it sits atop Music Row in Nashville, Tennesee, Music City, USA. Many of the professors are music industry professionals with unique and meaningful experience to those of us passionate about the industry. The internship and networking opportunites are exceptional.

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  10. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    At Belmont there are students from all walks of life with a wide range of interests, goals, and beliefs. I believe the only kind of person who wouldn't necessarily enjoy attending Belmont would be a student who wants the enviroment of a large campus.

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  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Belmont University has a great music department. If you want to work in the music industry at any level you can get the training that you need at Belmont. The music professors are great. Belmont provides their students with great opportunities both on and off campus. Being in Nashville is also a great plus.

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  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    People are very driven. If you are not really sure what you want to do, you feel behind at times.

    Read all 12 answers

  13. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Music

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    Classes are small and the professors do know you. Belmont's science department is underfunded. They have outdated equipment, small classrooms, and not enough faculty to teach all courses. The school does not put money into the department. Belmont only cares about music and their graduate school. The rest of the programs get little support.

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  15. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The fraternities on campus, and some intramural sports.

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  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Belmont has way too many students for its small campus size and the campus is packed. The administration refuses to recognize the small size of the school and continues to let more and more students in each year. There is not enough parking spaces for everyone and most people have to park off campus.

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  17. Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

    Yes they are very much accurate. Well over half the school is involved in some sort of music program.

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  18. What is the stereotype of students at your school?

    "indie" kids/bandies

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  19. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    The stereotypes the people at school are subjected to are that they are hipsters. Don't get me wrong there are hipsters, but most of the students that go there for the music in my experience has been because they want to go back to analog music. They want to revert to the old days of AC/DC, The Beetles, Bob Seger etc., but most people would think that the students want to make pop music.

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Student Body

Students

63%

female

37%

male

6,293

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,430

Total Grad Students

76%

Out-Of-State

23%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

108

Student Organizations

3

Fraternities

5

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

42%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
80%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

91% of students attending Belmont University receive some sort of financial aid. 15% were awarded federal grants. While 39% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$31,390

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,400

Books and Supplies

$11,330

Room and Board

44,120

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$23,754
$30 - $48K
$25,288
$48 - $75K
$32,539
$75 - $110K
$35,629
$110K & UP
$40,916

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