Campus & Student Life at Truett McConnell University

Home to about 2,826 undergraduates in 2020, TMU is a small, private university located in Cleveland, Georgia. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by TMU can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our TMU Guide to Distance and Online Learning.

Truett McConnell University is Affiliated With the Southern Baptist Faith.

Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Southern Baptist faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Southern Baptist Colleges and Universities.

TMU Has a Disability Services Site

For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit TMU Disability Services.

Freshmen Living Arrangements at Truett McConnell University

TMU offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.

* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.

Full-time vs. Part-time Studies at Truett McConnell University

TMU has a comparatively small, student body. There were 2,826 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 856 (30.3%). Part-time attendance was 1,970 (69.7%).

Truett McConnell University is Ranked #1,692 for Overall Diversity

Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, TMU is about average in terms of overall diversity. We rank TMU #1692 out of 3,451.

The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.

You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at TMU by looking closer at the ethnic,  gender,  age, and geographic diversity metrics from the TMU Diversity Guide.

Truett McConnell University Competes in the NIAA

TMU has a total of 194 student athletes, 107 men and 87 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.

Athletics Financing

For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Truett McConnell University Athletics