A vibrant campus community that lets students grow their own way.
Affordable tuition and a practical degree are necessary, but they're not everything. You need a campus where you're comfortable enough to be yourself. Whether you're an athlete, an artist, a hipster, or all buttoned up, you'll find things to do and places to go. Like you, we value the individuality of Cumberlands’ students.
Student Life at a Glance
Join a vibrant residential community designed for healthy lifestyles and academic success
Access your courses anytime, anywhere with our fully online programs designed for your busy schedule
Enjoy intramural sports like flag football and basketball, or try outdoor activities like hiking
Explore 29 different clubs and organizations to find your community
Engage with various ministries, including Appalachian Ministries and Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Your questions answered by the students
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Students who live on campus receive a variety of benefits, including a full service meal plan, full coverage on all utilities maintenance, internet access and free laundry facilities. Not to mention you're within walking distance of all of your classes. With rising prices on food, transportation and housing, living on campus will definitely save you money over the course of your college career.
What are some pros to living on campus?
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For fun. Residents have access to a wide variety of activities and facilities on campus, including a free fitness center, a game room, tennis court, volleyball and basketball courts. Throughout the week, students can engage in a variety of events hosted by Campus Activities Board, athletics, residents life and other departments and groups on campus surf, she said.
What is there to do on campus?
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Life as a computer student. It's pretty much the exact same as being on campus, except for two main differences. The first difference being you don't live on campus, so you're going to have to drive here. And the second difference is that you don't get the three swipes a day on the meal plan, but you are allowed to pay cash or card on the dining services and you can even upload Patriot Bucks onto your student I.D.
What is life like as a commuter student?
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Biggest thing they do is just get everybody involved. You know, it makes everything feel at home, you know? Just from different races and different cultures, you know, wherever you step foot on campus, you know, it just makes you feel truly loved.
How does Cumberlands embrace diversity on campus?
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Campus Guide
Whether it’s finding your way around, accessing student services, or exploring campus life, we’re here to help every step of the way.
Life on Campus
Campus Events
There is always something happening on Cumberlands campus.
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