Union University

(Jackson, TN)

Union University's core values of being excellence-driven, Christ-centered, people-focused and future-directed uniquely reflect its commitment to renewing minds and reclaiming the great Christian intellectual tradition.

Union faculty members are leaders in their fields, but are also committed to classroom teaching, mentoring and the highest levels of Christian scholarship. Union integrates faith and learning in more than 100 programs of study.

More than 4,200 undergraduate and graduate students from over 40 states and 35 countries are enrolled at Union.

Union students benefit from a close-knit learning environment where they are known by name and from state-of-the-art learning facilities. New nursing simulation environments, an HD television studio and pharmacy laboratories are some of the most recent campus additions.

Students participate in music and theatre productions, intramural sports, over 60 student organizations, open mic nights at the coffee house, Bible studies and much more. Mission trip and study abroad opportunities include numerous countries around the world.

Resident student have individual bedrooms in apartment-style buildings, most built since 2008.

The new student commons features two fireplaces, television and game rooms, music practice rooms, kitchens, a gym, patios and grills.

Union University is a private, four-year, coeducational, liberal arts-based university offering bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. Founded in 1823, it is the oldest institution affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention.

Admissions

83.7%
of Applicants Admitted
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1530–1940 SAT Total
  • 500–680 SAT Reading
  • 510–630 SAT Math
  • 510–650 SAT Writing
  • 22–28 ACT Composite
  • 22–30 ACT English
  • 20–27 ACT Math
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$35,220
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $21,040
  • $21,040
  • $8,110
  • $1,100

Will I Like It

3,018
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • City
  • Baptist
  • 59% Women

Famous Alumni

John Dancy - NBC Corespondent

Eli Shelby Hammond - Federal Judge

John W. Holland - Federal Judge

Luis Ortiz - Major League Baseball Player

Josephine Owino - WNBA Player

J. Thomas McAfee - President of Hallmark Systems, Inc.

Gaylon Moore - Professional Basketball Player

Jimmy Moore - Major League Baseball Player

Chris Rice - Christian Recording Artist

Timothy Tucker - President of the American Pharmacists Association

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics, International Business

Education

Education Administration, Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science, Electrical Engineering

Health & Medicine

Fitness, Health Administration

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Journalism & Communication

Debate & Speech

Music

General Music & Theory

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Social Work

Science & Math

Animal Sciences, Biology, Chemistry

Social Sciences

Area & Cultural Studies, Family & Consumer Sciences, Psychology, Sociology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Chess, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Band, Computers, Culture, Block & Bridle Club, Debate, Catholic Ministry, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, Debate Team, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Ensemble, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, Forensics Team, Sports, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, Glee Club, Gospel Choir, Working Out, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Yoga, International Society, Investment Club, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Long Description

Union, founded in 1823, is a private, church-affiliated university. Its 290-acre campus is located in Jackson, 80 miles east of Memphis.

Mailing Address

1050 Union University Dr
Jackson, TN 38305-3697
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