About Hiwassee College

Founded in 1849, Hiwassee College. is a college. Located in Tennessee, which is a city setting in Tennessee, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 283 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.

The Hiwassee College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 16 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Hiwassee College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate94%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range840-970
ACT Range17-20

Admissions at are considered Less Selective, with ,8% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 34 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

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Hiwassee College.

5%
“We”re apathetic”
26%
“We know about current events and vote”
58%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
16%
“Sometimes, but not often”
37%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
47%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
58%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
16%
“We bought the gear”
74%
“We live for the big game”
21%
“It”s not really our thing”
26%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
5%
“We”re a very artistic group”
11%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
26%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
89%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
47%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
32%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
11%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
58%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
37%
“There might be people who do”
5%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
5%
“We”re apathetic”
26%
“We know about current events and vote”
58%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
11%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
16%
“Sometimes, but not often”
37%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
47%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
42%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
58%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
16%
“We bought the gear”
74%
“We live for the big game”
21%
“It”s not really our thing”
26%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
5%
“We”re a very artistic group”
11%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
26%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
89%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
11%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
47%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
32%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
11%
“We only party on weekends”
11%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
58%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
37%
“There might be people who do”
5%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Hiwassee College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    22 Students rated on-campus housing 3.3 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    12 Students rated off-campus housing 3.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    22 Students rated campus food 3.5 stars. 18 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    24 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    24 Students rated class size 4.1 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    24 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    23 Students rated local services 3.4 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    24 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 46 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Hiwassee College?

18 Students rated Hiwassee College

Summer - 04/02/2019

In my opinion, Hiwassee had the potential to be an amazing school. The view of the mountains in the mornings and evenings is beautiful, student life is awesome, and even though it is a small school, we were all one big family. With all the money the school received, more improvements to the facilities could have been made, but due to poor decisions that were made, Hiwassee will sadly be closing May 10, 2019.

Sasha - 04/02/2019

I have attended Hiwassee College for two years and for the most part, I enjoyed it. The volleyball team was great and the students were always there to support the athletic program. Most of the teachers cared about pour success and were there for us in and out of the classroom, no matter what the issues was. The dorms were on of the main reasons I moved off campus after my Freshman year. Not only were the floors falling apart in the rooms, there was black mold coming through the walls, crawling up the bathroom showers, and stink bugs completely infested the place. After many arguments with the president and the board, nothing was changed. A few days ago we were all informed that the college would be closing their doors officially in May. As we all struggle to understand what caused the president of our school to embezzle of 70 thousand dollars, we keep fighting as a student body to find new colleges together. For these reasons Hiwassee College is one of the best and worst schools I could ever attend.

Madison - 10/28/2018

Great school with a small hometown vibe. The campus is nice, the dorms were comfortable and clean. The staff was friendly and very helpful on my tour of the campus. Looking forward to possibly attending this college in the fall of 2019 to play softball and further my education.

jamal - 07/06/2018

My overall opinion is that Hiwassee College is a good school, the student life, college life, and sports surrounding it are all well. Like any other college or university in this world Hiwassee has areas that it could improve in, and hopefully they will make them.

Hiwassee College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Hiwassee College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Hiwassee College is 94%. 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. Describe the students at your school.

    Your fellow students are helpful and friendly. Everyone there is like one giant family. The school itself gives off the vibe of a family place.

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

    I am a success here . Indiviual attention .I struggle academically but not here with a ten to one student /professor ratio anyone can achieve! I failed math at another college here I achieved a 98{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} same math class.You tell me the difference.I am playing baseball and getting awesome grades.Hiwassee is incrediable.

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  4. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    Its a small private college in a small town where almost nothing is open after dark. Hiwassee has less than five hundred students and every class has less than 20 students in unless its online. You can get tutoring from other students or your professors. Chapel is every Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock and goes for an hour. Hiwassee is perfect for someone who is shy and wanting to go into the equine field like myself.

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

    Ora et Labora ; Pray and work. Procrasitination is evil fight it courageously . Use your voice to state " I don't understand", "Please help". Students who study together ace tests more than students who go it alone.Flash cards are your friend.The library can be a safe haven from dorm noise find your cornor there.Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard .Bust your but slackers aren't cool you will become one of them before they become you. High GPA's Get U Positive Attention. There cannot be ball without books no one is that good athletically. Isolation is a battle cry to quit join something.College is not for the weak hearted determination,disapline,structure,and hard work add up to a degree.You are a young adult now make life happen for dreams and goals to be activated.You get three tests in most college classees.Your choice strike out or hit a grand slam.Uugh your parents were right about some things.Chilling is meant for after responsibilities are done.Chilling first never gets anything done.College is a blast just Ora et Labora it.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    Success!The professors really care and insure you comprehen the subject . My GPA is better than I thought possible .Even in my hardest subject the material stuck! Its like a family here and everyone looks out for you .You re not just a student number . The Athletic programs are top notch and give students a chance to soar.They have alot of activities on campus for everyone not to get bored it is a rural setting .The chapel service is on wed and upbeat to recharge you for the studies ahead and life.Its a great place to begin.

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

    The stereotype at school is country and redneck. Its pretty accurate if you ask me.

    Read all  1 answers

Student Body

Students

54%

female

46%

male

283

Total Undergrad Enrollment

N/A

Total Grad Students

15%

Out-Of-State

82%

In-State

3%

International

Organizations

N/A

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

100%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
13%
% Hispanic/Latino
5%
% White or Caucasian
74%

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 Hiwassee College receive some sort of financial aid. 59% were awarded federal grants. While 75% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$15,543

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,154

Books and Supplies

$6,784

Room and Board

23,481

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,592
$30 - $48K
$14,985
$48 - $75K
$14,545
$75 - $110K
$15,780
$110K & UP
$16,713

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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