Cumberland University

08/14/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the Council of Independent Colleges has awarded Cumberland University a NetVUE (Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education) Professional Development Award. This award enables us to enhance the knowledge, skills, and expertise of our staff and faculty members to support undergraduate vocational programs that foster innovative and purpose-driven learning. Stay tuned for more updates!

To learn more about CU's Professional Development award, The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) and NetVUE visit

Information provided by The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) and the Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) Congratulations to the 2026 Recipients of Professional Development Awards The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC), through its

08/13/2026

The time to be a Phoenix is now! The Fall semester starts on August 24, but it's not too late to join us! Apply today for FREE with the waiver code 1842! If you're looking ahead, our Fall 2027 App is available online as well! We can't wait to see you at CU!

08/07/2026

Cumberland University has once again been recognized for excellence on and off the field, earning the NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Institution Gold Award for the eighth consecutive year.

The award evaluates across five core areas: character training, conduct in competition, academic focus, character recognition, and character promotion. This top national honor reflects our student-athletes' continuous commitment to integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership.

Whether you plan to compete on the field or excel in the classroom, Cumberland University is dedicated to developing leaders who win with integrity. Applications are still open, so it’s not too late to join the Phoenix family. Use code "CU1842" to waive the application fee.

08/01/2026

Attention, high school seniors! Your future starts now. Get a head start on your college journey by applying to Cumberland University for FREE starting TODAY! Use application fee waiver code CUAPPLY and take the first step toward becoming a Phoenix. 🔥

07/31/2026

🎉We made the 2026 Transfer Honor Roll!🎉

Cumberland University has been recognized by Phi Theta Kappa as one of the nation's most transfer-friendly colleges. This recognition highlights our commitment to transfer students through supportive admissions practices, transfer scholarships, and a campus community where students can thrive.

With Tennessee Transfer Pathways, the CU Promise Scholarship, and additional merit-based scholarships, Cumberland is a place you transfer to, not from.

Learn more about this recognition and start your journey to Cumberland through the link below. Be sure to use code "CU1842" to waive your application fee!

Cumberland University is dedicated to supporting transfer students and providing the resources they need for a seamless transition and a clear path to graduation. On July 21, these efforts were nationally recognized by The Phi

07/29/2026

Summer is heating up, and so is the new semester! Take some time to relive CU's historically large graduation on the lawn this May. Congratulations to all our alumni!

If you or anyone else you know wants to transform their life through the power of education, take the first step and apply to Cumberland with the fee waiver code: CU1842.

07/27/2026

You're invited to Stop, Drop, & Enroll with CU on August 5 at 3PM!

Haven't hit that "apply" button yet? Now's your moment! Our Admissions Team is ready to guide you through every step, tackle your Next Steps questions, and even potentially grant you acceptance to the University!

Got an official transcript showing a GPA of 2.75 or higher? Bring it along, and you could get admitted right then and there!

Register through this link: https://admissions.cumberland.edu/register/stop-drop-enroll-26. And guess what? You'll get to celebrate your big news with some light refreshments on us! 🎉🍪

05/12/2026

Congratulations Dr. McKee! 🎉

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Bill McKee, was recently awarded the Harold Love Outstanding Community Service Award by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC).

The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their communities through volunteerism, public service, and leadership, serving as ambassadors for service across Tennessee’s higher education institution!

Learn more about the Harold Love Award and read the full story from THEC at https://www.tn.gov/thec/news/2026/4/29/2026-harold-love-award-recipients.html

04/30/2026

📢National Decision Day for graduating High School Seniors is May 1st, if you haven't committed to CU, you still have time.

Contact our admissions office if you still have questions!

https://www.cumberland.edu/admissions/

04/30/2026

It is officially time to celebrate Commencement at Cumberland University and we can't wait to celebrate our graduates ON CAMPUS! 🎓🎉

Make sure you are prepared for the big weekend by visiting https://www.cumberland.edu/commencement/ for the latest updates, including parking and shuttle information.