Covenant College

What Covenant College does

Covenant College is a private, nonprofit Christian liberal arts college founded in 1955 and located on Lookout Mountain, Georgia. Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), the institution operates as a residential undergraduate college with a secondary graduate offering (Master of Arts in Teaching through the Graduate School of Education) and a portfolio of 38 academic programs, a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and an average class size of 19. The college draws its student body (representing 21 countries and 42 states) primarily through a sales-led admissions motion executed by regional admissions counselors, supplemented by sneakPEAK preview events, Student Ambassador-led campus visits, a Parents Council referral network, and church-based recruitment via the Church Scholarship Promise program. The student mix is approximately 48% private school (predominantly Christian school), 25% public school, and 27% homeschool. Support programs span the Maclellan Scholars honors program, ScotsWork student employment, Center for Calling & Career, Study Abroad across seven countries, Summer Institute for high schoolers, and a Guided Capstone.

The institution's technology footprint is standard rather than proprietary: Canvas LMS for course delivery, Banner for student information, Google Workspace for Education for collaboration, and a Scots Portal 3.0 student portal. There is no research publication, patent, or named AI/ML capability. Competitive positioning rests on doctrinal distinctiveness (Reformed theology and biblical inerrancy as the foundation for academic and community life), whole-person formation (required chapel, discipleship, residence life across seven residence halls), and small-cohort pedagogy, with athletes competing in 14 NCAA Division III sports within the Collegiate Conference of the South and students participating in 36 clubs and intramurals.

The revenue model is a hybrid of tuition-driven recurring revenue and philanthropic donations. Undergraduate and graduate tuition, published on the college website at covenant.edu/admissions/costs/tuition-fees.html, is the primary income stream, supplemented by the Wilberforce Scholarship Program, Church Scholarship Promise, music scholarships, work-study, and need-based financial aid. Donations flow through the development office, Covenant College Foundation, Scots for Life endowment giving, the 1955 donor program, and church giving. The institution is accredited by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), certifying compliance with seven standards of financial stewardship, transparency, governance, and ethical fundraising. Governance is by an independent Board of Trustees; there is no parent company or holding structure.

Name

Covenant College

Legal name

Covenant College

Website

https://covenant.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Covenant College is a private, nonprofit Christian liberal arts college in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, serving roughly 1,100-1,400 residential undergraduate and graduate students through 38 academic programs, a 13:1 faculty ratio, and a Reformed theological tradition. Tuition, fees, and charitable donations fund the institution, which draws students from 21 countries via regional admissions, church partnerships, and the Parents Council referral network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Christian Liberal Arts Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Religiously Affiliated Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAH), Campus Spiritual & Religious Life (EDALAHAI)

Keywords

• Christian higher education
• Liberal arts college
• Undergraduate education
• Graduate education programs
• Christian theological education

Headquarters

HQ city

Lookout Mountain

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Covenant College generates primary revenue through undergraduate and graduate tuition, with fee schedules published on their website. Financial aid, scholarships, and work-study programs supplement tuition revenue.
2. Donations and Charitable Giving: The college receives donations through its development office, Covenant College Foundation, and various giving programs including Scots for Life endowment giving, the 1955 donor program, and church giving through the Church Scholarship Promise.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Covenant College delivers residential Christian liberal arts education on Lookout Mountain, Georgia, offering undergraduate degrees across 38 academic programs and a Master of Arts in Teaching through the Graduate School of Education. The institution serves approximately 294 incoming freshmen per year with an average class size of 19 students and a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, integrating Reformed theology and biblical inerrancy across academic, spiritual, and community life. Supporting programs include study abroad in seven countries, Maclellan Scholars honors, ScotsWork student employment, and a Center for Calling & Career for vocational preparation.

Product overview

Covenant College offers a Christian liberal arts education with a diverse portfolio of undergraduate and graduate programs across 38 academic departments including business, biology, art, English, psychology, music, and theology. The institution provides supporting services including a Graduate School of Education offering Master of Arts in Teaching, honors programs (Maclellan Scholars), career services (Center for Calling & Career), international education (Study Abroad), summer programs for high school students, and student employment opportunities (ScotsWork). The college operates Kresge Memorial Library, provides a Guided Capstone program for seniors, and maintains the Scots Portal 3.0 as the student portal. All programs are grounded in Reformed theology and biblical worldview integration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Programs (Liberal Arts Education) Four-year residential Christian liberal arts education leading to bachelor's degrees across 38 academic programs, with top majors including Business, Biology, Art, English, and Psychology. Features an average class size of 19 and 13:1 student-faculty ratio.
• Graduate School of Education (Master of Arts in Teaching) Graduate-level education programs leading to a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree for students seeking teaching certifications. Accessible through a separate graduate admissions channel at grad.covenant.edu.
• Maclellan Scholars Honors Program An honors program at Covenant College designed for high-achieving students seeking enhanced academic challenges within a Christian liberal arts framework.
• Study Abroad Programs International education opportunities including May term programs, semester exchanges, and study abroad experiences in countries such as Chile, Ecuador, England, France, Israel, Italy, and Spain.
• Summer Institute Summer programs for high school students to experience college-level academics and campus life at Covenant College.
• Center for Calling & Career Career development services helping students explore vocations, prepare for careers, and connect with employers through resources, advising, and employer events.
• Guided Capstone A capstone program guiding students through their final academic year with mentorship and project completion.
• Wilberforce Scholarship Program A scholarship program for incoming students demonstrating leadership, service, and academic excellence, providing tuition support as part of the admissions aid portfolio.
• Kresge Memorial Library The college library providing research resources, study spaces, and academic support services for students and faculty.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates have been accepted to medical schools including Duke University School of Medicine
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Dordt UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCovenant College has partnered with Dordt University to create an MSW (Master of Social Work) pathway program, allowing Covenant graduates to seamlessly transition into Dordt's graduate social work program.
• Church Scholarship Promise ChurchescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCovenant College's Church Scholarship Promise program partners with churches to provide scholarships for members' children attending Covenant. The program includes a list of current CSP-eligible churches and allows churches to designate scholarships for their congregation.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bryan College: Christian liberal arts college in Dayton, TN (Southeast US). Comparable geographic recruitment region, evangelical theological orientation, and small residential enrollment profile.
• Geneva College: Reformed/PCA-affiliated Christian liberal arts college in Beaver Falls, PA. Directly comparable to Covenant in theological tradition, residential model, and small-college scale.
• Calvin University: Reformed Christian university in Grand Rapids, MI. Comparable theological tradition (Reformed/CRC), residential liberal arts identity, and broader program portfolio including graduate offerings.
• Gordon College: Residential Christian liberal arts college in Wenham, MA, with similar scale (~1,500–2,000 students). Closely comparable in faith integration, undergraduate focus, and New England/Southeast recruitment patterns.
• Taylor University: Residential interdenominational Christian liberal arts college in Upland, IN. Comparable faith-based mission, similar enrollment scale, and emphasis on whole-person undergraduate formation.
• Grove City College: Conservative Christian liberal arts college in Grove City, PA. Comparable residential model, small scale, faith-rooted mission, and emphasis on traditional undergraduate education.
• Dordt University: Reformed Christian college in Sioux Center, IA, and Covenant's MSW pathway partner. Highly comparable in theological orientation, residential liberal arts model, and undergraduate scale.
• King University: Presbyterian-affiliated (Cumberland) Christian university in Bristol, TN. Comparable denominational heritage, Southeastern US location, residential liberal arts core, and graduate program extensions.
• Wheaton College: Top-tier residential Christian liberal arts college in Wheaton, IL. Comparable faith-based mission, undergraduate liberal arts focus, and emphasis on academic rigor within an evangelical framework.
• Belhaven University: Christian university in Jackson, MS, with a strong residential liberal arts tradition. Comparable faith-based identity, Southeast US footprint, and traditional undergraduate program mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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