Acceptance Rate
59%
Avg. SAT
1060
75th percentile
“Faith-driven HBCU in Tennessee delivering personal liberal arts education amid a supportive small-town community.”
Jackson, TN
Location
Small City
Campus Setting
Lane College opened its doors in 1882 as the first higher education institution founded by the Colored Methodist Episcopal Church in Jackson, Tennessee, evolving from a combined high school and college into a four-year liberal arts college. With just over 1,100 undergraduates, it cultivates a family-like atmosphere where professors know students by name and mentor them closely. Jackson offers an affordable cost of living and a slower pace, about 80 miles from Memphis, though the rural surroundings mean fewer urban amenities compared to bigger college towns.
Students who connect deeply with faith-based learning and crave involvement in every campus event flourish here, building lifelong bonds in a predominantly residential setting. Those wired for large lectures, extensive research facilities, or bustling nightlife might notice the tradeoffs of smaller course selections and a quieter off-campus scene. The college's personality shines through its emphasis on character development alongside academics, preparing grounded leaders.
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Classes stay small thanks to the college's size, letting you engage directly with instructors who prioritize teaching over research agendas. Strengths lie in education, business administration, criminal justice, and religion, where hands-on projects and internships connect classroom lessons to real-world application. You'll discuss ideas in seminar-style settings rather than anonymous auditoriums, fostering skills in critical thinking and public speaking.
Popular majors like teacher preparation draw ambitious students aiming for classrooms in the South, but limited enrollment can make spots competitive. Research opportunities exist through faculty-guided projects, though they pale next to those at larger universities. The intellectual culture rewards active participation over rote memorization.
Student Body
Total Enrollment
738 undergrad • 0 grad
Undergraduate
Graduate
International
White
2%
Black / African American
79%
Hispanic / Latino
3%
Asian
<1%
Other / Multi-racial
15%
Campus Life
Campus Setting
Jackson, TN
Varsity Athletics
NCAA Athletics
Campus pulses with HBCU energy through spirited athletics—cheering the Dragons basketball team packs the gym—and traditions like lively homecoming celebrations that unite the whole community. Greek life via the Divine Nine organizations shapes much of the social scene, with step shows and probates adding flair to weekends. A typical week mixes chapel services, club meetings, and study sessions in residence halls, where freshmen bond quickly.
Everyone knows your name in this close community, which builds strong support networks but offers little room for flying under the radar. Jackson's mild winters beat northern snow, yet humid summers and a modest party scene shift focus to organized events over spontaneous bar hops. Housing guarantees spots for underclassmen, keeping the quad lively even on weeknights.
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Athletics
Athletic Association
Southern Intercol. Ath. Conf.
ROTC & Veteran Support
Army
Yes
Navy
No
Air Force
No
Veteran’s Programs Available
Yellow Ribbon Program (Post-9/11 GI Bill)
Yes
Credit for military training
Yes
Dedicated point of contact for veteran support services
Yes
Member of DoD Voluntary Educational Partnership MOU
Yes
Cost & Aid
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Receiving Pell Grants
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Net Annual Cost by Household Income
Household Income
Avg. Net Cost
$0 – $30K
$14,786
$30K – $48K
$23,637
$48K – $75K
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$75K – $110K
$16,553
$110K+
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Outcomes & Earnings
Retention Rate
44%
4 Years Graduation Rate
13%
6 Years Graduation Rate
44%
Median 10-Year Earnings
$31,670
44% of first-time, full-time students complete their freshman year at Lane College and return in the fall. 13% of first-time, full-time students graduate in 4 years, and 44% graduate within 6 years.
Graduation Rate
4-year grads
13%
4-6 years
31%
Non-grad
56%
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Key Statistics
Type
Private
Tuition
$9,270
Acceptance
59%
Undergrads
738
4-Year Grad Rate
13%
Endowment
$5M
Jackson, TN 38301-4598
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