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Covenant College

Private nonprofit Lookout Mountain, GA · Suburban · Southeast · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
72%
Graduation Rate
$50,412
Earnings (10yr)
$26,265
Net Price
87%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Covenant College has an acceptance rate of 87%, making it accessible for many students seeking a private education. This welcoming admissions process caters to a diverse group of learners who value a supportive academic environment. With an enrollment of 939, students benefit from smaller classes and more personalized attention from faculty.

According to Opportunity Insights data, Covenant College does not have specific mobility rates available. However, the college's graduation rate stands at 72%. This suggests that a significant majority of students complete their degrees, which is a critical factor in long-term success. While specific economic connectedness data is not provided, the college emphasizes a commitment to student development and community engagement.

The net price of attending Covenant College is $26,265, with a median debt of $22,500 upon graduation. Graduates earn an average of $50,412 within ten years of completing their degrees. This financial landscape indicates that students who thrive here are likely those who appreciate a Christian-centered education and are drawn to programs in Business, Social Sciences, and the Arts.

Rankings

How Covenant Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation72%Earnings 10yr$50KNet Price$26KRetention88%Median Debt$23KPell Grant Rate19%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$18K$0-30K$16K$30-48K$25K$48-75K$30K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%725.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2966.2%MOBILITY215.24%

Cost & Financial Aid

$42,040
In-State Tuition
$42,040
Out-of-State
$26,265
Avg Net Price
$22,500
Median Debt
19%
Pell Grant Rate
40%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$18,310
Family Income $0–$30K
$15,929
Family Income $30K–$48K
$24,606
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,172
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,570
6 Years After Entry
$46,012
8 Years
$50,412
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
66%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,570 6yr $46,012 8yr $50,412 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

215.24%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2966.2%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
725.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$86,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.67
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 87%
Retention Rate 88%
SAT Average 1294
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1160–1380
ACT Range 23–30
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,555
Diversity Index 0.28

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 16%
Social Sciences 16%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 9%
Computer Science & IT 6%
Education 6%
English & Literature 5%
Psychology 5%