College comparison

Bluefield University vs The University of the South

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Bluefield University Bluefield, VA	The University of the South Sewanee, TN
Acceptance rateThe University of the South is more selective	59%	57%
SAT (25–75)	—	1260–1390
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	614	1,607
Avg net price	$25,573	$27,872
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)
Location	Bluefield, VA	Sewanee, TN

Quick answers

Is Bluefield University or The University of the South harder to get into?

The University of the South is more selective: Bluefield University's acceptance rate is approximately 59% and The University of the South's is approximately 57% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Bluefield University vs The University of the South?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at Bluefield University and 1260–1390 at The University of the South. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.