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Covenant College

Lookout Mountain, GA·Private·www.covenant.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D3Graduate Programs

Covenant College is a small private nonprofit university in Lookout Mountain, GA. Approximately 939 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 87% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Covenant College is a small private nonprofit university in Lookout Mountain, GA. Approximately 939 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 87% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

87%
Acceptance Rate
823 applications
27
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 23–30
$36,700
In-State Tuition
+$1,070 fees
$36,700
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,070 fees
$12,754
Room & Board
21 meals/week
939
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
40%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D3
Athletics
Collegiate of the South
Selectivity87% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

600670710

SAT Math

560630670

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D3

Collegiate of the South

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

32 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Warm Climate

52°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

32 mi away
114 mi away
4 lifts
131 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lookout Mountain, GA

37°Jan40°Feb48°Mar58°Apr66°May73°Jun76°Jul75°Aug70°Sep59°Oct48°Nov41°Dec

Station: LOOKOUT MTN POINT PARK · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

37/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety422742
42/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
27/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
42/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$36,700
Fees
$1,070
Room & Board
$12,754
Total
$50,524
App Fee: $35
Meal Plan: 21 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

31 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
17 grads/yr$42,517
Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's
17 grads/yr$75,186
Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's
16 grads/yr
EconomicsBachelor's
15 grads/yr$62,761
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's
13 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business/Commerce, General
Bachelor's17 grads$75,186
Economics
Bachelor's15 grads$62,761
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
Bachelor's8 grads$44,909
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's12 grads$43,077
Psychology, General
Bachelor's17 grads$42,517
Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's16 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Master's13 grads
Sociology
Bachelor's12 grads
Biology, General
Bachelor's11 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Bachelor's7 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Covenant College located?

Covenant College is located in Lookout Mountain, GA. The main campus address is 14049 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain, GA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Covenant College?

Covenant College has an acceptance rate of 87%, making it accessible. Out of 823 applicants, 712 were admitted in the most recent year. 939 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Covenant College?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Covenant College scored between 23 and 30 on the ACT, with a median of 27. About 47% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Covenant College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Covenant College charges $36,700/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,754/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $50,524/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Covenant College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the application fee for Covenant College?

The undergraduate application fee at Covenant College is $35. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Does Covenant College have college sports?

Yes — Covenant College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Collegiate of the South. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is Covenant College the right fit for me?

Whether Covenant College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (87% admit rate), cost ($36,700/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lookout Mountain, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Covenant College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Covenant College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Lookout Mountain, GA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's
NCAA
NCAA D3
Conference
Collegiate of the South
School Year Weather
Warm · 52°F avg
App Fee
$35
On Campus Safety Score
37/100
Nearest Airport
Chattanooga, TN (CHA) · 11 mialso RMG (44 mi), CSV (70 mi)

Location

Lookout Mountain, GA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.