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Your focus is fixed on the future - we’ll help you get there.

We believe opportunity is open to everyone, and we’re inspired by those who work hard to reach it. Whether you’re becoming a college student for the first time, you put your education on hold or you need to add some new skills and endorsements to your resume, we’re ready to help you rise and succeed at Cumberland University.

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First-time Student

First-time Student

It’s never too late to start working toward the future you really want.

First-time Student

First-time Student

It’s never too late to start working toward the future you really want. At CU, we’ll guide you as you begin to make important decisions to reach your academic and career goals. This route fits you if you have not previously completed any college courses. Our team will do everything we can to answer your questions, guide you through the admissions process and share all CU has to offer.

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Returning CU Student

Returning CU Student

First let us say, welcome back! We’re excited for your return.

Returning CU Student

Returning CU Student

First let us say, welcome back! We’re excited for your return. This route fits you if you were a CU student before but left without completing your associate or bachelor’s degree, and you haven’t attended another school since leaving CU. Once you apply, we’ll retrieve your Cumberland transcript and make sure there aren’t any holds or issues with the provost and Business Office. The application fee is not required for you.

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Transfer

Transfer

We make it easy to transfer and finish your degree at Cumberland University.

Transfer

Transfer

We make it easy to transfer and finish your degree at Cumberland University. This route fits you if you have completed some college coursework. Our team will do everything we can to answer your questions, guide you through the admissions process and share all CU has to offer. From transferring your college credits to special scholarship opportunities, we’re ready to help you rise and take the next steps in your academic journey.

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Veteran

Veteran

We’re honored to serve our veterans and students who are eligible to receive benefits through the military and welcome them to CU.

Veteran

Veteran

We’re honored to serve our veterans and students who are eligible to receive benefits through the military and welcome them to CU. We are proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program which offers additional benefits to qualifying veterans to help you reach your academic and career goals. Our team will do everything we can to answer your questions, guide you through the admissions process and share all CU has to offer.

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It all starts with the application.

Before your academic journey can begin, you must take the first step and apply. We have enrollment specialists ready to guide you through the entire admissions process and answer all of your questions so you feel confident and ready for your first day at CU.

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Licensed Teacher Add-on Endorsements

A variety of add-on endorsements may be added to current Tennessee teachers licenses with coursework and passing Praxis scores. Please contact Cumberland’s certification officer for details.

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Earn your two-year associate degree tuition-free using the Tennessee Reconnect Grant

Tennessee Reconnect is an initiative to help make it easier for you to go back to school. With this grant, adult students like you can gain new knowledge and skills to help you advance in the workplace and earn an associate degree tuition-free.

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More scholarships just for you

You can afford a degree from Cumberland University. We’re committed to doing all that we can to ensure Cumberland is affordable and that we deliver a great educational value. Cumberland awards $300,000 in private and endowed scholarships every year. There are a variety of ways you can pay for your college education and receive financial assistance including scholarship opportunities unique to you.

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What programs are offered at CU?

Cumberland University offers a variety of undergraduate majors, minors, and graduate degrees that place you on the path to launch your career. Our experienced professors will guide you throughout your academic journey to ensure you’re ready to rise to meet what lies ahead.

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Transferring Credits

You can transfer up to 70 hours of college credits from your previous institution and we make the process simple. Use our online credit calculator to learn how your previous college coursework transfers to courses at CU and get the credit you deserve.

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Contact Us. We’re Here to Help

If you have any questions or need any help through your next steps, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help guide you through this process and discuss your future at Cumberland University. 

The Admissions Office is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm CST. Please contact the Admissions Office at 615-547-1246 locally or 800-467-0562 to speak with our Non-Traditional Enrollment Specialist or email admissions@cumberland.edu.

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    Bert Coble Singers Return to Cumberland University With Continued Generosity

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  • Published:  January 25, 2023

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  • Published:  January 13, 2023

    Cumberland University Opens New Health Services For Campus Community

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