About Cumberland University

Welcome to the Cumberland University web site! Cumberland University is located in Lebanon, Tennessee, 30 miles east of Nashville. Founded in 1842, Cumberland University offers a variety of educational and social experiences to enhance the learning opportunities of the current student body. The university has an exceptional academic program steeped in the liberal arts.

In the fall 2006, 1,345 undergraduate and graduate students were enrolled at our institution.

While Cumberland University has a distinguished past, the university is focused on the future, and on educating the next generation of leaders. Professors, coaches, staff, and administrators have set as a primary goal, assisting students to ensure success both in and out of the classroom.We are committed to supporting our students in their collegiate endeavors.

Cumberland University is an institution committed to excellence. Truly, Cumberland University is EDUCATION THE WAY IT SHOULD BE!

Online Master's Degree at Cumberland University

Cumberland University now offers an online Master of Arts in Education degree. A 36-semester-hour program, the Teaching & Learning degree is focused on improving classroom teaching and is administered entirely online. Thanks to the latest in technology and one-on-one interaction with professors and colleagues,this program will prove integral to your career while accommodating your busy lifestyle!

It's important to note that the Cumberland University MAE program is not just for licensed teachers -- the program is suitable for almost everyone, including those who wish to teach on an Alternate license!

Troops to Teachers Program

Troops to Teachers is a federal program which allows almost anyone with a bachelor's degree to earn a teaching degree online and at the graduate level. This is the perfect fit for those changing careers who want to enter the field of education. The Troops to Teachers Program is an alternate licensure which requires the Praxis.

Accreditation

Cumberland University is chartered by the State of Tennessee and is accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, telephone 404.679.4500) to award the associate, the baccalaureate, and the master's degrees.