Acceptance Rate
87%
Avg. SAT
1380
75th percentile
“Reformed Christian liberal arts college perched atop Lookout Mountain, blending faith, academics, and stunning Appalachian vistas.”
Lookout Mountain, GA
Location
Large Suburb
Campus Setting
Covenant College traces its roots to 1955, when Presbyterians in the nascent Presbyterian Church in America established it in St. Louis before relocating to Lookout Mountain, Georgia, in 1965 for its inspiring setting. This mountaintop campus overlooks Chattanooga, Tennessee, just across the state line, offering a secluded yet accessible location amid hiking trails and rock formations. The college embodies a Reformed Christian worldview, where every class connects learning to faith.
Students who thrive here share a deep commitment to Christianity, valuing close professor relationships and communal living over big-city distractions. You'll find a tight-knit group of about 900 undergraduates focused on personal growth and service. The school's personality shines through its emphasis on beauty and truth, with daily chapel and outdoor adventures shaping daily life.
Tradeoffs include the small size, which limits major options and advanced course variety compared to larger universities, and the remote hilltop spot, where you'll need a car for off-mountain trips despite proximity to Chattanooga. Tuition runs high for a private school, though aid helps many families. Winters bring chilly winds, but the scenery compensates on clear days.
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Classes emphasize discussion and personal mentorship in a liberal arts framework, with professors weaving biblical perspectives into subjects from biology to business. Strengths lie in education, where future teachers gain hands-on classroom experience early; biblical and theological studies, central to the core curriculum; and outdoor leadership, drawing on the mountain environment for experiential learning. You'll encounter small seminars after introductory lectures, fostering deep dives into ideas.
Research opportunities exist through faculty-led projects, though the undergrad focus means fewer large-scale labs than at research universities. Some popular majors fill quickly, requiring planning. The intimate scale ensures advisors know your goals, but niche electives can be scarce.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,087 undergrad • 13 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
87%
Black / African American
1%
Hispanic / Latino
3%
Asian
3%
Other / Multi-racial
5%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Lookout Mountain, GA
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus life revolves around residence halls housing most students, where dorm events and weekly gatherings build lasting bonds. A typical week mixes classes, chapel, study groups, and mountain hikes or Ultimate Frisbee on the Great Lawn. Traditions like the annual Highland Games celebrate Presbyterian heritage with kilts, cabers, and bagpipes.
The social scene stays wholesome, centered on coffeehouse nights, service projects, and intramurals rather than a dominant party culture. Chattanooga provides urban outlets like aquariums and riverfronts a short drive away. Challenges include the isolated feel on foggy days and limited nightlife, suiting those who prefer quiet reflection over crowds.
Housing
On-Campus Housing
Housing Capacity
Meal Plan Available
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Collegiate Conference of the South
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Cost & Aid
In-State Tuition
Out-of-State Tuition
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Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
Receiving Pell Grants
Average Grant
Average Federal Loan
Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$17,391
$30K – $48K
$20,782
$48K – $75K
$22,190
$75K – $110K
$26,812
$110K+
$27,129
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
88%
4 Years Graduation Rate
66%
6 Years Graduation Rate
71%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$50,412
88% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Covenant College and return in the fall. 66% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 71% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
66%
4-5 years
5%
6-8 years
1%
Non-grad
28%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$37,760
Acceptance
87%
Undergrads
1,087
4-Year Grad Rate
66%
Endowment
$51M
Lookout Mountain, GA 30750-4164