97% of students complete at least one internship. Strong connections to Nashville businesses, healthcare facilities, entertainment industry, and legal firms. Dedicated internship coordinator in each college.

Average class size is 23 students. 60% of classes have fewer than 20 students. Very few large lecture halls.

Primarily professor-taught (not TAs) with emphasis on applied, hands-on learning. Strong internship integration, project-based learning, and real-world applications. Nashville location provides extensive experiential learning opportunities.

Comprehensive support including: Teaching Learning Center, free tutoring, academic coaching, writing center, supplemental instruction for difficult courses, disability services, and accessible faculty during office hours. First-year seminar program for transition support.

91% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation. Strong outcomes across all majors with particularly high placement in Nashville market.

• No dedicated pre-law major but strong Political Science program with pre-law advising track. 80%+ law school acceptance rate for advised students.
• Jack C. Massey College of Business is AACSB-accredited (top 5% globally). Marketing program particularly strong with emphasis on music/entertainment marketing. Ranked among top regional universities in the South by U.S. News.
• Highly regarded, especially for entertainment and music business marketing. Offers specialized tracks and Nashville industry connections.
• Strong undergraduate program with research opportunities. Part of College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences with modern facilities.
• Exercise Science program serves as pre-PT pathway. Strong science foundation with direct admission partnerships to PT schools including Belmont's own DPT program.

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Approximately 30-35% of students participate in Greek life (8 sororities, 7 fraternities). Moderate influence - enhances social scene but not dominant or exclusive. Greek organizations are service-oriented and integrated into broader campus community.

Active and diverse social scene. Mix of on-campus events, Nashville entertainment/dining, Christian fellowship groups, Greek life, club activities, and music scene participation. Coffee shop culture strong. Generally wholesome but fun atmosphere. Dating culture present.

Moderate to strong school spirit. NCAA Division I athletics (OVC/ASUN conferences). Basketball games draw good crowds especially for rivalry games. Growing athletic culture with recent investment in facilities. Strong campus traditions including Tower Lighting, Bruin Bash, Christmas at Belmont. Christian university affiliation creates tight-knit community feel.

87% freshman retention rate (2022 data)

70% six-year graduation rate

Very active campus on weekends. NOT a commuter school - approximately 60% of students live on campus and most out-of-state students stay weekends. Nashville location means students often explore city but campus programming is robust with concerts, sporting events, and social activities.

Moderate to conservative-leaning. Christian university (historically Baptist-affiliated, now independent) with diverse viewpoints. Generally respectful discourse. More conservative than typical liberal arts colleges but not extremely conservative. Focus on faith integration and service.

Urban campus in Nashville, Tennessee. 93-acre campus in Belmont-Hillsboro neighborhood, 2 miles from downtown Nashville. Walkable, contained campus with distinct boundaries but integrated into city.

Nashville averages 207 sunny days per year (above U.S. average of 205). Four distinct seasons with mild winters. Average annual temperature 60°F. Hot, humid summers; pleasant spring/fall.

Excellent nature access. Percy Warner Park and Edwin Warner Park (2,600+ acres) within 15 minutes - hiking, trails, scenic drives. Radnor Lake State Park (20 minutes) - popular hiking destination. Cumberland River greenway system. Nearby Natchez Trace Parkway for scenic drives and outdoor activities. Short drives to Great Smoky Mountains (3.5 hours) and Tennessee state parks.

WeGo public transit accessible. Campus shuttle services. Rideshare readily available (Uber/Lyft). Many students have cars (parking available but requires permit). Bikeable neighborhood. Nashville not highly walkable beyond immediate campus area - car helpful but not essential.

Nashville International Airport (BNA) - approximately 8 miles, 15-20 minutes from campus. Major hub with direct flights nationwide.

Belmont-Hillsboro is upscale, trendy neighborhood. Walking distance to: Hillsboro Village (restaurants, shops, coffee), 12 South neighborhood (boutiques, cafes), and Vanderbilt University area. Downtown Nashville (honky-tonks, Broadway, entertainment district) 10 minutes away. Music City culture permeates - live music everywhere, food scene excellent, young professional population, growing city with opportunities.

Belmont has the Belmont Bruins Dance Team that performs at basketball games and university events. The team is competitive and performs at NCAA Division I events. Walk-on opportunities ARE available through annual tryouts (typically held in spring). Team includes various dance styles and welcomes non-dance majors. Also has a Dance Minor program and active dance clubs/organizations for less competitive participation.

Excellent recreation facilities. Beaman Student Life Center includes: fitness center with modern equipment, indoor track, basketball courts, group fitness classes, climbing wall, and intramural sports. Very active intramural program with 20+ sports including flag football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, etc. Club sports available. Outdoor activities easily accessible in Nashville area.

Above average campus dining. Multiple dining locations including: The Caf (main dining hall with varied stations), Randall's (convenience store), Café Belmont (coffee/light fare), Einstein Bros Bagels, Which Wich, and food trucks. Meal plan required for on-campus residents. Hillsboro Village and surrounding Nashville areas offer extensive restaurant options within walking/short driving distance.

Beautiful, well-maintained campus with Georgian architecture and red brick buildings. Tree-lined walkways, green spaces, and landscaped areas. Belmont Mansion (historic antebellum home) is campus centerpiece and landmark. Modern facilities blend with historic aesthetic. Campus consistently ranked among most beautiful in region. Compact campus easy to navigate.

Good to very good housing quality. Variety of options from traditional residence halls to apartment-style living. Newer residence halls (Dickens, Patton, Wright) are particularly nice with suite-style layouts and modern amenities. Living-learning communities available. Campus housing guaranteed for freshmen. Most sophomores live on campus; juniors/seniors often move off-campus to nearby apartments. Air-conditioned buildings, generally well-maintained.

Contact through Athletics Department: Belmont Athletics, (615) 460-6600, or through Spirit Squad coordinator. Tryout information typically posted on Belmont Athletics website and social media in spring semester. Email: athletics@belmont.edu for specific dance team inquiries.