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Admissions

Welcome, Future Bears! Your Journey Begins Here

At Southern Adventist University, we’re excited to help you combine your passions with God's purpose. As you begin this new chapter, you’ll join a faith-based community of individuals who are driven to succeed and also committed to making a difference in the world. You'll discover how God’s purpose can transform and guide your path academically, spiritually, and beyond life at Southern. We are dedicated to supporting you in your personal growth, academic excellence, and faith journey. Your path to success begins now and it starts here.
Find your admissions counselor!

Your Admissions Journey Timeline

Apply

Apply today to start your admissions process.

Send Transcripts and Test scores

We'll need these important documents to give you an admissions decision.

Visit Campus

Schedule a time at

southern.edu/visit

Complete your FAFSA

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid helps determine your eligibility for financial aid. Use Southern's code 003518.

Start the enrollment checklist

Submit required forms and information to Southern.

Pay Deposit

Reserve your spot at Southern!

Register for Classes

Our advisors will assist you when registration opens.

Arrive!

Welcome to the Southern Adventist University family.

Undergraduate Enrollment

2929

Total Enrollment

3229

The Southern Experience

Going to college can be a big new step in life. Moving to a new place, meeting new people, and having new experiences can be both scary and exciting. This short film that shares the joys of what life can be like as a student here at Southern Adventist University.

Contact

Front Desk

1.800.SOUTHERN

PO Box 542
Collegedale, TN 37315

M - Th: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | F: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM