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University of the South Football

University of the South (Sewanee) · Sewanee, Tennessee · Private nonprofit university

Somewhat Recognized
NCAA IIISouthern Athletic Association
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Acceptance rate57%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate80%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,724Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Men's Football coaches

Coaches at University of the South who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where University of the South competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Southern Athletic Association
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
sewaneetigers.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1260–1390
ACTMiddle 50%: 27–31

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Popular majors

American/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralChemistry, GeneralComputer Science
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
80% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$55,822
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$33,616
Campus

Where it is

University of the South in Sewanee.

Location
Sewanee, Tennessee
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Protestant Episcopal
Time zone
Central
Website
sewanee.edu
Overview

About University of the South Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

University of the South (Sewanee) competes in NCAA Division III Football as a member of the Southern Athletic Association. The program has 6 coaches on staff, led by Joe Freitag, the Head Coach. University of the South is a small private school in Sewanee, Tennessee with 1,724 undergraduates, a 57% acceptance rate and an average net price of $33,616 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of the South Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachUniversity of the South has 6 coaches for Football, including the Assistant Coach - Defensive Backs, Assistant Coach - Special Teams & Linebackers and Assistant Coach - Offensive Line. Email the coach who recruits your position or event, not just the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersDivision III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so coaches care about academics as much as performance. Lead with both.
  3. Show the academic fitAdmitted students typically score 1260-1390 on the SAT and 27-31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  4. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up after a week, and again after your next game or meet with updated numbers.
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Questions

University of the South Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

What division is University of the South Football?

University of the South competes in NCAA Division III Football.

What conference is University of the South Football in?

The Southern Athletic Association.

How many coaches does University of the South Football have?

6 coaches, led by Joe Freitag, the Head Coach.

How much does University of the South cost?

In-state tuition is $55,822 and out-of-state tuition is $55,822 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $33,616.

What is the University of the South acceptance rate?

57% of applicants are admitted.

How do I contact the University of the South Football coaches?

Create a free AthleticScholar account to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026