Facts & figures about Sewanee's aid approach
The average award for new students receiving institutional aid was just over $34,500.
Sewanee provides more than $55 million in institutional aid each year to our undergraduate students.
98 percent of entering first-year students received gift funding, that is scholarships, grants or tuition remissions through federal, state, or institutional sources.
Tuition & Fees
Each year, Sewanee invests more than $55 million of institutional resources through academic scholarships, need-based grants, tuition remissions, and institutional employment opportunities for undergraduate students. In August 2026, the average institutional funding received by first year students, through scholarships, need-based grants, tuition exchange or tuition remission is just over $34,500.
44.5 percent of the incoming class is eligible for need-based aid.
Scholarships
There is no separate application or deadline for scholarships prior to an admission decision. Applicants are evaluated for highest performance within the applicant pool using the Common Application. All academic scholarships are renewable with satisfactory academic progress.
Need-Based Aid
Financial aid funds are always limited and need-based eligibility can change from year to year. Priority consideration is given to on-time actionable aid applications.
The Office of Financial Aid is located in Fulford Hall on the second floor. Parking is available behind the building. Map & directions.
To help us respond quickly please use the emails below.
Office of Financial Aid
735 University Avenue
Sewanee, TN 37383-1000
Phone: 931.598.1312
Fax: 931.598.3273
