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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Memphis, TN

Rhodes College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$54,892

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

49.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

83.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$66,651

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Rhodes College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Memphis, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $54,892, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 83.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing650 – 730
20025th–75th percentile800
Math640 – 760
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite28 – 33
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

49.7%

Transfer-Out Rate17.4%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$219,568

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$36,651

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$146,942

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$513,452

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Rhodes College is $21,761.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.2%
41.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
62.0%
Black
9.7%
Asian
8.8%
Hispanic
7.0%
Two or more
5.2%
Unknown
4.4%
International
2.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$54,892

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$12,814
$30k - $48k$13,319
$48k - $75k$16,317
$75k+$23,056

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,761
Pell Grant Recipients15.1%
Using Federal Loans27.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment83.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

91.2%

Success

83.3%

In-State Cost

$54,892

Age 25+ Students

1.8%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

286 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Memphis (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Memphis

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,031

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,146

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,298

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Memphis metropolitan area.