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Tennessee

Bryan College, a regionally accredited liberal arts college in Dayton, Tennessee, combines academic excellence and biblical principles. It was founded in 1930 and is dedicated to Gospel-based transformation and preparing students for global impact. Bryan maintains a small on-campus student-to-faculty ratio, fostering personalized learning experiences, with over 50 areas of study for degrees at various levels, including associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. The college, which is affiliated with various educational bodies, upholds Christian values, occasionally facing controversies over its belief statements, but remaining committed to its founding ideals. The university has athletic programs and various student publications, as well as notable alumni achievements.

Carson-Newman University, established in 1851, is a private Baptist university in Tennessee affiliated with the Tennessee Baptist Convention. Carson College evolved from Mossy Creek Missionary Baptist Seminary, merging with Newman College in 1889, and adopting its current name in 2012. Along with academics and competitive NCAA sports, the university emphasizes Christian values. It promotes spiritual, academic, and personal growth through a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and online programs. Its 120-acre campus, located near Knoxville and the Great Smoky Mountains, offers a variety of academic and outdoor opportunities, earning national recognition for service and educational excellence while fielding 21 NCAA Division II varsity teams.

Freed-Hardeman University, affiliated with Churches of Christ, offers undergrad and grad programs. It began as the Henderson Male Institute in 1869 and has gone by several names since then. The institution, which admitted African-American students in 1964, offers European study programs, international study abroad opportunities, and various educational expansions. Campus structures include both historic and modern structures, as well as recreational areas and residence halls. Social clubs have taken the place of Greek life. Musicians, politicians, writers, and religious leaders are among the notable alumni.

Johnson University, founded on Christian principles, began as an extension of the Correspondence Bible College in 1893. Johnson Bible College was renamed Johnson University in 2011 after being renamed Johnson Bible College in 1909. The institution, led by visionary figures, overcame adversity, including a devastating fire in 1904. Its 7 schools, which are accredited to offer a variety of degrees, offer over 70 programs. It has campuses in Tennessee and Florida, as well as historic facilities such as the White House and a strong athletic presence in the NAIA as the Royals. Influential ministers and public figures such as Oren E. Long and Fred Craddock are among the notable alumni.

King University, which began as King College in 1867, combines a Presbyterian faith-based academic setting with a rigorous liberal arts education. It emphasizes real-world research opportunities and faith-culture exploration while offering diverse undergraduate degrees such as Nursing, Security and Intelligence Studies, and Digital Media Art & Design alongside traditional majors. The university offers a variety of on-campus and online learning programs, including a dual Engineering degree. Located on 135 acres in Bristol, Tennessee, it champions NCAA Division II sports and hosts vibrant student life activities, all while nurturing spiritual growth through chapel services and the King Institute for Faith and Culture.

Lee University in Tennessee grew from a small Bible institute to a comprehensive university with over 5,000 students. SACS-accredited, it offers bachelor's and master's degrees in 6 colleges. Cleveland's campus includes academic, residential, and recreational facilities. Academics stress co-curricular activities like chapel attendance and service hours. The Flames compete in NCAA Division II athletics. Lee emphasizes its Christian foundation but has faced criticism for its stance on homosexual relationships. Lee University's facilities have seen significant growth, expansion, and development over time.

Milligan University, located in Johnson City, Tennessee, promotes Christ-centered liberal arts education on its 355-acre campus, which offers more than 100 majors and minors. It was founded in 1866 and prioritizes scholarship, community, and faith, attracting students from all over the world. With a focus on servant leadership, the institution has a high post-graduation employment rate. It is well-known for its quality and value, ranking among the top regional universities and emphasizing academic excellence in conjunction with Christian principles. It also has a performing arts center and a strong athletic program that competes in 29 varsity sports in the NAIA Appalachian Athletic Conference.

Union University, a private Baptist institution formed by the merger of several schools, provides a wide range of programs on three campuses in Tennessee. SACS-accredited, it focuses on liberal arts education and offers associate to doctoral degrees. Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and U.S. News and World Report have all recognized it for academic excellence and affordability among its 2,930 students. News. The campus in Jackson spans 290 acres and houses a variety of facilities such as sports arenas, dorms, and academic halls. The Bulldogs of the university compete in NCAA Division II sports. National championships have been won in basketball, volleyball, soccer, and softball. The campus also supports a vibrant Greek system and places a premium on community involvement.