Frequently Asked Questions
We understand that you may have many questions as you make your transition to Lee University. We will attempt to answer those questions, and give you the information that you need to make your transition to Lee University as easy and smooth as possible.
Please select a category from the list below for more information.
▪ General Questions
▪ Financial Matters
▪ Academic Questions
▪ Residential Life/Housing
Any question that you have can also be directed to the Lee University Admissions Office. They can be reached via telephone at 1-800-533-9930 or by email at admissions@leeuniversity.edu.
General Questions
Q: Can I visit the college before applying?
A: Yes. Tours are given throughout the school year. You can schedule a tour by calling 1-800-533-9930 ex. 1, or by using our Online Tour Request Form.
Q: What is the size of the University?
A: Statistical information such as this can be seen here.
Q: How do I get started on the admissions process?
A: First, see our General Admission Requirements.
Q: When is the deadline to apply?
A: Applications are accepted on a rolling deadline up to the last day to register each semester. (See planning calendar)
Q: Where is Lee located?
A: Take a look at our driving directions.
Q: Is Lee affiliated with any denomination?
A: Lee now is the largest church-related institution in Tennessee, and the second largest private school, behind Vanderbilt University. Lee University is owned and operated by the Church of God which is headquartered in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Q: What is the next step after acceptance?
A: If you've been accepted to Lee for this fall or spring, your next step is to check out the Gateway Portfolio. It's got everything you'll need to know for this fall! Just click your way through the yellow links to complete the portfolio.
Q: Is Lee University accredited?
A: Yes. Lee University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Bachelor’s degrees and Master’s degrees.
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Financial Matters
Q: How do I apply for scholarships?
A: The first step is to read carefully the steps found on the Financial Aid pages. The priority deadline for Fall is March 15th. All forms should be processed and on-file in the financial aid office. Don’t forget the endowment application that is only found online. It opens in early January and close on March 15th.
Q: What is the cost to attend Lee University?
A: The tuition rates are reviewed each December by the Board of Directors and they are published in mid January on the website.
Q: When do I have to pay and how much?
A: When possible, students should be prepared to pay full semester charges on or before registration. All students are required to pay at least one-third down on or before registration according to the deferred payment plan. Students who are unable to pay their accounts in full must either borrow the necessary funds or subscribe to the university’s deferred payment plan. The university also offers Visa, MasterCard, and American Express services by which students may pay on their accounts.
Deferred Payment Plan: Any full-time, on-campus student desiring to participate in the university’s deferred payment plan is required to pay $3,400 down at registration and the balance of the semester charges in three equal payments. Any part-time student or off-campus student desiring to participate in the deferred payment plan is required to pay 40% of the total charges at registration and the balance of semester charges in three equal monthly payments on the dates mentioned below. The same financial requirements apply to veterans and others in cases when money is not sent directly to Lee University. In all cases, when the student does not have the down payment, a commitment letter is required from those underwriting the student’s account.
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Payment Schedule for Deferred Payment Plan
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Fall Semester
▪ First payment by September 30
▪ Final payment by October 31
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Spring Semester
▪ First payment by February 28
▪ Final payment by March 31
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If payments are not made on the due date, a $25 fee will be assessed.
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Q: What majors does Lee offer?
A: Lee University Offers a wide variety of majors for academic study. You can see the list, updated real time, on our web site.
Q: Do you take into consideration whether a student has taken advanced, honors, or AP courses?
A: We encourage students to take advanced courses when possible. The overall goal should be to prepare for college level work. Developing a routine of good study habits is a key to success. AP courses are granted credit with a score of 3 and the grades are added at the end of the first college semester as pass/fail courses. The class hours count towards graduation but carry no GPA value to boost or lower your college grade point average.
Q: What is the faculty-student ratio?
A: Our faculty student ratio is 17 to 1
Q: Are faculty accessible to students?
A: Our students rated this area to be one of Lee’s greatest strengths. Faculty at Lee are friendly and truly care if you learn in their classes. The balance between academic challenge and concern can work hand in hand. It’s called a vibrant Christian community of scholars. Students have the opportunity to get to know their professors personally and they rate them highly on this interaction on an annual national student satisfaction survey.
Q: Do you have any off-campus/study abroad programs?
A: Yes! For a complete list of our study abroad courses, you may go to our website.
Q: What is your acceptance rate for students who apply to medical school? Law school? Graduate school?
A: Students leaving Lee each year are accepted every year at the most prestigious graduate schools. Programs such as pre-med have enjoyed a 80% plus acceptance rate in medical schools around the country. Students who want to go law school have enjoyed placements at Stanford and Vanderbilt in recent years. If you wanted to go to professional school, then Lee can get you there, so dream big!
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