A Private Liberal Arts University Near Nashville, TN - Cumberland University
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A Private Liberal Arts University Near Nashville, TN - Cumberland University
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It's time to rise.
Students like you make us who we are – a university on the rise. Join a class of leaders who have an inexhaustible drive for excellence, a passion for people, and a sincere desire to make a difference in the world.
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Admissions
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CU blends traditional liberal arts values with modern practical approaches through traditional undergraduate programs, graduate studies, and online offerings. No matter where you are in your academic journey, we’re here to help you through the admissions process.
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Academics
Rise and Succeed
Whether you want to impact the next generation as a teacher, care with confidence in healthcare, or be a pioneer in tomorrow’s top industries, we can help you rise academically, and prepare for a lifetime of success.
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Student Life
Rise and Connect
Customize your campus life with 55 student organizations, honor societies, and interest groups to keep you connected to your friends, and to the fun.
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Athletics
Rise and Compete
We are Phoenix! Cumberland rallies behind 31 men’s and women’s athletic teams that rise and compete for conference and national championships. In the game or in the stands, you become part of the winning team.
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Residence Life
Rise and Shine
Over 500 students call CU’s campus home. Our campus features five residence halls that offer a variety of living options and experiences to support you throughout your academic career. Choosing to live on campus offers you a traditional college experience that is all-inclusive, convenient, and fun.
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About CU
Cumberland University was founded in 1842 and holds a unique place in American history as one of the oldest, private, liberal art universities in the South. Now recognized as one of the fastest-growing liberal arts universities in Tennessee, CU focuses on helping students prepare to launch meaningful careers, pursue their passions, and make the most of their college experience. Located 25 miles east of Nashville in Lebanon, Tennessee, CU blends traditional liberal arts values with modern practical approaches through traditional undergraduate programs, graduate studies, and online offerings. With students from 39 states and 48 countries, CU continues to evolve to meet the needs of a diverse and thriving student body.
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Community Outreach
Rise and Impact
We rise by lifting others. Our students share a sincere passion for people and regularly put their hearts into action. CU students volunteer nearly 5,000 hours each school year in their communities. Whether you want to build new homes with Habitat for Humanity or become a Big Brother or Big Sister, we’ll provide you with the resources and support you need so you can serve others and leave your mark on the world.
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Published:
March 10, 2026
Cumberland University to host Lunch & Learn Program Explaining Artificial Intelligence
Cumberland University is providing an opportunity to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) through a unique lunch and learn program to be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This event is open to the public
Published:
February 4, 2026
Cumberland University Announces the 42nd Annual Phoenix Ball Chairs John and Traci Pope to Present “A Gilded Affair” on June 6, 2026
Cumberland University proudly announces the 42nd Annual Phoenix Ball, one of Middle Tennessee’s premier black-tie charity galas, to be held Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena. This year’s event will be
Published:
January 27, 2026
“A Constitutional Quirk”: Dr. Andrew Wiley, Editor of the Papers of Martin Van Buren, is set to deliver the Spring 2026 Cynthia Van Buren Lecture
Dr. Andrew Wiley will deliver the Spring 2026 Cynthia Van Buren Lecture, entitled “A Constitutional Quirk: The Twelfth Amendment and Martin Van Buren’s Run for the Presidency in 1848,” at Cumberland University’s Alumni Hall on Monday, February 16,
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Visit Virtually
Rise and Explore
We invite you to explore our growing campus. We can’t wait to connect with you, meet your family, and share all Cumberland University has to offer.
Explore Campus
Skip to content
It's time to rise.
Students like you make us who we are – a university on the rise. Join a class of leaders who have an inexhaustible drive for excellence, a passion for people, and a sincere desire to make a difference in the world.
Undergraduate
Transfer
Graduate
Dual Enrollment
Admissions
Rise and Begin
CU blends traditional liberal arts values with modern practical approaches through traditional undergraduate programs, graduate studies, and online offerings. No matter where you are in your academic journey, we’re here to help you through the admissions process.
Explore Admissions
Academics
Rise and Succeed
Whether you want to impact the next generation as a teacher, care with confidence in healthcare, or be a pioneer in tomorrow’s top industries, we can help you rise academically, and prepare for a lifetime of success.
Explore Academics
Student Life
Rise and Connect
Customize your campus life with 55 student organizations, honor societies, and interest groups to keep you connected to your friends, and to the fun.
Explore
Athletics
Rise and Compete
We are Phoenix! Cumberland rallies behind 31 men’s and women’s athletic teams that rise and compete for conference and national championships. In the game or in the stands, you become part of the winning team.
Explore
Residence Life
Rise and Shine
Over 500 students call CU’s campus home. Our campus features five residence halls that offer a variety of living options and experiences to support you throughout your academic career. Choosing to live on campus offers you a traditional college experience that is all-inclusive, convenient, and fun.
Explore
About CU
Cumberland University was founded in 1842 and holds a unique place in American history as one of the oldest, private, liberal art universities in the South. Now recognized as one of the fastest-growing liberal arts universities in Tennessee, CU focuses on helping students prepare to launch meaningful careers, pursue their passions, and make the most of their college experience. Located 25 miles east of Nashville in Lebanon, Tennessee, CU blends traditional liberal arts values with modern practical approaches through traditional undergraduate programs, graduate studies, and online offerings. With students from 39 states and 48 countries, CU continues to evolve to meet the needs of a diverse and thriving student body.
Apply
Visit
Request Information
Give
Community Outreach
Rise and Impact
We rise by lifting others. Our students share a sincere passion for people and regularly put their hearts into action. CU students volunteer nearly 5,000 hours each school year in their communities. Whether you want to build new homes with Habitat for Humanity or become a Big Brother or Big Sister, we’ll provide you with the resources and support you need so you can serve others and leave your mark on the world.
Learn More
What is new at CU
Read More
Published:
March 10, 2026
Cumberland University to host Lunch & Learn Program Explaining Artificial Intelligence
Cumberland University is providing an opportunity to learn more about Artificial Intelligence (AI) through a unique lunch and learn program to be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This event is open to the public
Published:
February 4, 2026
Cumberland University Announces the 42nd Annual Phoenix Ball Chairs John and Traci Pope to Present “A Gilded Affair” on June 6, 2026
Cumberland University proudly announces the 42nd Annual Phoenix Ball, one of Middle Tennessee’s premier black-tie charity galas, to be held Saturday, June 6, 2026, in the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena. This year’s event will be
Published:
January 27, 2026
“A Constitutional Quirk”: Dr. Andrew Wiley, Editor of the Papers of Martin Van Buren, is set to deliver the Spring 2026 Cynthia Van Buren Lecture
Dr. Andrew Wiley will deliver the Spring 2026 Cynthia Van Buren Lecture, entitled “A Constitutional Quirk: The Twelfth Amendment and Martin Van Buren’s Run for the Presidency in 1848,” at Cumberland University’s Alumni Hall on Monday, February 16,
Read More
Visit Virtually
Rise and Explore
We invite you to explore our growing campus. We can’t wait to connect with you, meet your family, and share all Cumberland University has to offer.
Explore Campus