The mission of Cumberland University is to provide a contemporary liberal arts education to students seeking a high-quality, personalized college experience, which will allow them to not only have a successful and productive career, but to thrive intellectually, professionally, personally and spiritually for a lifetime. For more than 179 years, Cumberland University has been advancing its long tradition of excellence to rise, endure, prosper, and illuminate the world. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing liberal arts universities in the state of Tennessee, Cumberland continues to evolve to meet the needs of a diverse and expanding community while providing a transformational higher education experience through more than 100 fully-accredited academic programs of study in three distinct schools. Cumberland University offers students who desire to make a difference in the world, a college experience that helps them rise to their greatest potential and align their passion for people with a meaningful career. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.