Academics

Founded in 1842, Cumberland University is a private liberal arts institution in Lebanon, Tennessee, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. Its business programs hold ACBSP accreditation, the nursing programs are approved by CCNE, and the university participates in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).

Cumberland offers more than 80 programs across three schools: the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business; the Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions; and the Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts. Signature programs include Business Administration, Information Technology Management, Engineering Management, Nursing, Education, and the Fine Arts. Recent additions in STEM and professional studies reflect the university’s commitment to evolving academic and workforce needs.

With a student-to-faculty ratio of about 16:1, Cumberland provides a personalized learning environment where faculty mentor students through small classes and applied learning. The curriculum blends liberal arts education with career preparation, encouraging critical thinking, communication, and global awareness.

Cumberland’s mission "to transform lives through education" guides its academic programs and its growing international focus, preparing students for success in a diverse and interconnected world.