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Belmont at a Glance

Explore Belmont's fast facts to learn more about who we are and what we do.

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A Christ-centered university near the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University is a place of purposeful learning and transformational discovery. Here are some fast facts that tell our story.

Mission & Vision

Our Mission: We are a Christ-centered, student-focused community, developing diverse leaders of purpose, character, wisdom and transformational mindset, eager and equipped to make the world a better place.

Our Vision: To be the leading Christ-centered university in the world, radically championing the pursuit of life abundant for all people.

Our Aspirational Aim: To be widely recognized as the leading Christ-centered university in the world, known for:

  • Forming diverse leaders of character
  • Equipping people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service
  • Being radical champions for helping people and communities flourish

Our Values: Integrity, Inquiry, Collaboration, Service and Humility

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Location & Campus

Our 93-acre campus is in the heart of the legendary Music Row and just two miles from downtown Nashville, Tennessee.


National Recognition

From our focus on undergraduate teaching to our beautiful campus, Belmont regularly ranks among top institutions nationwide.

#22
Best undergraduate teaching - U.S. News & World Report
#12
Best Christian colleges and universities in America - Edvocate
#11
Prettiest college campuses in America - Architectural Digest
#27
First Year Experience - U.S. News & World Report
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Academic Programs

By the Numbers

130+
Undergraduate programs
26
Masters programs
8
Doctoral programs
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Students

By the Numbers

8,910
Students
7,384
Undergraduate students
1,526
Graduate students
30
Countries represented in the student body
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Faculty

By the Numbers

530
Full-Time Faculty
12:1
Faculty to Student Ratio
78.9%
Faculty with the highest degree in their field
90%
Classes are less than 30 students
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Student Life

By the Numbers

165+
Student organizations and clubs
17
NCAA Division I athletic teams
4,500
Students who live on campus
500
Free student performances per year
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Career Outcomes & Internships

By the Numbers

97%
First Destination Rate*
46.5%
Participated in an internship while at Belmont
48%
Accepted to 1st choice graduate school
35.5%
Participated in study abroad for course credit during their time at Belmont
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*percent of graduates were employed, pursuing continuing education or enlisted in the military within six months of graduation

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