About Trevecca Nazarene University

Founded in 1901, Trevecca Nazarene 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 2,092 full time undergraduate students, and 1,129 full time graduate students.

The Trevecca Nazarene University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 17:1. There are 82 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Trevecca Nazarene University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate72%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range930-1140
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at TNU are considered Selective, with ,25% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 29 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

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

6%
“We”re apathetic”
22%
“We know about current events and vote”
72%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
11%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
56%
“I feel extremely safe”
41%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
35%
“We bought the gear”
24%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
22%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
72%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
61%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
39%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
6%
“We”re apathetic”
22%
“We know about current events and vote”
72%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
6%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
61%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
28%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
11%
“I only go out in groups”
33%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
56%
“I feel extremely safe”
41%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
35%
“We bought the gear”
24%
“We live for the big game”
11%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
56%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
22%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
50%
“They keep regular office hours”
44%
“They”re always available”
72%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
17%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
61%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
39%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
50%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
50%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    54 Students rated on-campus housing 3.8 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    33 Students rated off-campus housing 2.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    54 Students rated campus food 2.8 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    56 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    56 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    56 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    56 Students rated local services 4.1 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    56 Students rated academics 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

Trevecca Nazarene University REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Trevecca Nazarene University?

26 Students rated Trevecca Nazarene University

Jude - 03/20/2024

I think that Trevecca is a beautiful school to go to. The tuition is reasonable, the food is excellent, the housing is okay, and academics are taken seriously. The campus is located right outside downtown Nashville, right by a bus stop, so if you want to make money in town rather than on campus, it is an excellent option .10/10 would recommend this school.

Victoria - 01/17/2024

I enjoy going here. I am currently a dual enrolled student at Trevecca and this is my second semester here. Everyone is nice and friendly and there are so many activities constantly happening. The security and cafeteria workers are so understanding and kind and they are always nice to me. Overall, I like Trevecca.

James - 10/12/2020

In my opinion I love being at a Christian school it is a safe place where I can learn some real world life skills in a Biblical community where you learn about your faith but also your educational life. I do believe getting the tools at a safe place will help a student thrive in their education.

Monterio - 05/01/2020

I love this school. At this school they treat you like family and they are very welcoming. Once I got there they increased my scholarship amount and awarded me with a T shirt. My family came with me and we met with some of the professors and they are looking forward to seeing me there in the fall.

Trevecca Nazarene University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Trevecca Nazarene University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Trevecca Nazarene University is 72%. 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?

    If I were to Describe my College experience so far while attending Trevecca in one word it would be: Strength. Not physically, but mentally, emotionally and spiritually. While here I have found the strength to break out of my comfot zone, and take a stand for things I believe in. Things I wouldn't have even thought about standing for without Trevecca. I know, with my education here, I will have the strength to pursue future careers, and the strength to make something of myself. I am thankful that I have had the opportunity to attend such a wonderful school, an opportunity many will not be able to have. There's not a day that goes by that I don't thank God for this school and the strength that has been bestowed upon me.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    Continually striving to catch a global perspective of life, the students on campus are committed to fighting for social justice and promoting change by being the change they wish to see and loving unconditionally.

    Read all 13 answers

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

    Trevecca Nazarene Univesity is a school looking to build leaders that will serve the community and world in need.

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

    It is a small christian school so the campus enviornment is all together friendly and close to each other. It is not an uncomfortable envirnment in any means. I have heard from friends from different colleges saying that their professors are hard to get a hold of out of class which is not at all true at Trevecca. I have also heard that there are different groups around campus that they do not socialize with. At Trevecca there are different groups that are more familar to you, however, it is not a common practice to only stay within your group.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    I felt what was best about my college career was the spiritual growth that was gained. Even though I wasn't a Nazarene I felt a deep Christian connection and it helped me become from this lost person, to a person with a purpose.

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

    There is nothing bad about Trevecca, except the cost of tuition.

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Preparing Christian students to enter into a non-christian world to be Christ like, in their words, actions, professions, and daily life. Striving for success in their walk with God, family, jobs, friends and the community around them.

    Read all 8 answers

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

    Nothing comes to mind

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

    I am paying for my own way for college and I feel I am not getting as much help as they say they offer financially. Also, security problems need to be handled in a better manner... our campus is really safe but my car was broken into and the situation wasn't handled well.

    Read all 8 answers

  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone who wants to attend a somewhat conservative Christian, Southern school.

    Read all 7 answers

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

    The person who does not like rules, or follow them closely. The type of person who likes to party all the time.

    Read all 7 answers

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

    My school has great teacher with an encouraging work environment. Trevecca is an excellent choice if you want to have a better relationship with God and learn a skill that will support you for the rest of your life. As a commuting student (meaning I do not stay on campus) the school provides lockers and places on campus to eat that are not very expensive. The school as a whole care about their students. Even after graduation the teachers keep a deep relationship with you.

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  14. What are the academics like at your school?

    The academics are great. Our most popular and respected majors are our music business, religion, psychology, and education programs. 75{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of certified teachers in the state of TN have some form of credential from Trevecca. The teachers care so much for the student and the community, and classes are vibrant and energizing. The conversation always carries on to the cafeteria or the student center and dorms, continuing the learning process. Professors spend time with students outside of class and on weekends if necessary. We understand that college is furthering our education to prepare us for our vocation, but at Trevecca we are also learning more about ourselves and our purpose in this world.

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

    The most popular student activities includes concerts and social life trips (Ex: white water rafting, skiiing, etc), intramural sports of all kids, athletic events on campus, student led music shows on campus, the drama department plays, and other random fun events such as the quiz bowl or Trojan Idol. Friday Night live is our most popular event, an on campus version of Saturday Night Live.

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  16. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    The best thing about Trevecca is the atmosphere and the social life. The perfect amount of students, not too big and not too small, makes it feel like a giant family. We have multiple on campus events and parties each week; trips, educational forums, service projects in nashville, concerts, etc. Music City helps us get great concerts each year. As far as classes go, each class averages about 20 people so you really get the help from teachers that you need. Beautiful campus 2 minutes away from downtown Nashville. There is a lot of involvement with the city; for example some Trevecca students have been protesting with the occupy wall street members outside our capital. I have so many memories here including sledding down the huge hill at mt olivet cemetary, the giant slip n slide we have on the hill behind the girls dorms, and all the fun times playing intramural sports with my friends.

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

    yes.

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

    closed minded. protected. arrogant yet unaware of their simple minds.

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

    So often Trevecca students get stereotyped as "home-schooled conservative Christians". People hear about "all the rules you have to follow" and they turn up their nose to it. These are not true. The atmosphere is really free, and the students really know how to have fun. Yes, Trevecca is a Christian school but you are not required to be a Christian to go here. We have a mixed racial population, as well as different types of people - jock, trendy kid, nerd, average, etc. All of my friends who went to a big public school tell me all the time they are jealous of the things we do and the people who go here.

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Student Body

Students

60%

female

40%

male

2,092

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,129

Total Grad Students

36%

Out-Of-State

61%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

31

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

30%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
13%
% Hispanic/Latino
12%
% White or Caucasian
62%

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.

99% of students attending Trevecca Nazarene University receive some sort of financial aid. 35% were awarded federal grants. While 58% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$24,624

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

N/A

Books and Supplies

$8,592

Room and Board

33,216

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$14,546
$30 - $48K
$12,851
$48 - $75K
$18,801
$75 - $110K
$18,632
$110K & UP
$20,154

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