Covenant College

Covenant’s Christian liberal arts curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary learning with a Reformed theological lens. The top five majors are Business (15%), Biology, Art, English, and Psychology—reflecting a balance between pragmatic and humanities-focused fields. Recent additions include Health Sciences, Christian Ministry, and Worship Leadership, expanding pre-professional options.

• Social Sciences and Visual/Performing Arts each account for 15% and 11% of majors, respectively.
• The college recommends humanities and social science degrees for pre-law students, valuing their critical thinking training.
• Small class sizes and a 91.8% college-wide retention rate underscore strong faculty-student engagement.

Life at Covenant is unapologetically communal: 89% of students live on campus, with residence halls serving as hubs for friendships and late-night discussions. The college fosters a vibrant arts culture, with active music, theater, and visual arts programs, plus guest performances. Athletics (NCAA Division III) and outdoor activities—thanks to the mountain setting—round out student life.

• Residence life is a cornerstone, with staff dedicated to fostering “dorm life” as a formative experience.
• The Student Development team oversees everything from health services to intramurals, creating a tightly woven support network.
• 86% of students live in college-affiliated housing, reinforcing the close-knit vibe.

Covenant punches above its weight in graduation rates: 68% of students graduate (71% within six years), well above the national average for small colleges. Alumni report median earnings of $36,427 one year post-graduation. The college’s 91.7% overall retention rate and 88.2% freshman retention rate (2023) reflect student satisfaction.

• 62% graduate within four years, a strong showing for a liberal arts college.
• The 2025 freshman class was the largest in Covenant’s history, signaling growing appeal.
• Mobility data places Covenant among schools with six-year graduation rates consistently above 70%.

Tuition and fees total $43,668, but 98% of first-year students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $35,432. After aid, the net price drops to $25,471. Covenant offers merit scholarships ranging from $15,000 (Shield Scholarship) to $22,000 (Founders’ Scholarship).

• Georgia residents benefit from state aid programs like the HOPE Scholarship.
• The Net Price Calculator helps families estimate costs, though it’s not a final offer.
• Aid packages typically include grants, scholarships, and work-study opportunities.

Covenant’s distinctive blend of Reformed theology and liberal arts rigor sets it apart. Its mountain-top campus fosters both introspection and adventure, while the 89% on-campus residency rate creates an immersive community. The college’s unusually high retention and graduation rates for its size—coupled with practical majors like Health Sciences and Business—make it a hidden gem for students seeking faith-centered learning without sacrificing career preparation. Add in record-breaking enrollment growth and a 88% freshman retention rate, and Covenant emerges as a small college with outsized impact.