Parents & Families of Prospective Students
We are delighted that your student is considering the University of the South. A great way to evaluate the Sewanee experience is to come for a visit. Browse the site to explore some of what Sewanee has to offer then schedule your trip to the Mountain.
Welcome to the Sewanee family! We are excited that your student picked Sewanee. To prepare for their transition to college (as well as yours), be sure to visit the New Student Orientation site.
Parents & Families of Current Students
Sewanee provides a host of opportunities for parents to stay involved with your student and with the University. The Current Parent site provides helpful links about visiting the University, student services, as well as information about volunteer opportunities.
Sewanee Family Newsletter Archive
Click here to read Sewanee Family newsletters from November 2024-April 2025.
Sewanee provides funding for an approved summer internship or research fellowship, a semester-long study abroad opportunity at no additional tuition cost, and the ability to graduate with one major in four years. Of course, you will have to do your part. If you meet Sewanee’s academic and social expectations, these opportunities will be provided.
Our small classes mean that your voice will be heard, your contribution will be expected, and your opinion will be listened to (and disagreed with, and challenged, and seen from a different perspective, and pushed in a new direction, and considered—and you know what? Maybe we’re both right. See how it works?).
A visit to the Domain (it's what we call our 13,000-acre campus) is the best way to determine if Sewanee is a good fit for you. Once you set foot on campus, spend time with our students and professors, or take a stroll through Abbo's Alley, we are confident that Sewanee will find its way into your heart.
