History
Rhodes College was founded in 1848 in Clarksville, Tennessee. Originally known as the Masonic University of Tennessee, the institution was renamed Stewart College in 1850 in honor of its president, William M. Stewart. Under Stewart′s leadership in 1855,
Education
- Through 18 academic departments and 13 interdisciplinary programs, Rhodes offers more than 50 majors, interdisciplinary majors, minors, and academic programs.
- As a predominantly undergraduate college, Rhodes offers unique programs and personalized counseling for students who plan to pursue advanced degrees. In addition, through the Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Arts in Urban Education, and Dual Degree programs, students may also undertake continued work toward graduate degrees at Rhodes.
Career
Our office offers a variety of resources for students to take advantage of during their time at Rhodes. Alongside our Four Year Plan, students should be sure to utilize these opportunities to improve upon their professional outlook and enhance their resume!
Throughout the year, Careers offers opportunities for students to network with career officials, executives, and alumni. From our Alumni Wine and Networking series, to doing giveaways of Grizzlies and sports business networking tickets, students who utilize our office and keep up with our events get plenty of opportunity to branch out and meet professionals. Be sure to follow us on social media to get those announcements as soon as they are released!
Rhodes College Key Statistics & Highlights
- 1 Masters
- 306 Scholarships
- 223 Academic Staff
- 2,010 Students
- 683 Students (int'l)
- 1,206 Students (female)
- Private Institution Type
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Rhodes College Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 12 reviews
- 5 Star 5 Reviews
- 4 Star 6 Reviews
- 3 Star 1 Review
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 0 Reviews
How Students Rated This University
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.4
- Student Diversity 4.3
- Career Development 4.0
Rhodes university
My Review of Rhodes University As a final-year student at Rhodes University in Grahamstown (Makhanda), I can confidently say that my experience here has been transformative�both academically and personally. Rhodes is a small university, but that�s part of what makes it special. The class sizes are smaller compared to many other universities, which means more personal attention from lecturers and a stronger sense of academic support. Studying Psychology, Philosophy, isiXhosa (my mother tongue), and Art History and Visual Culture has given me a well-rounded education that encourages critical thinking, creativity, and cultural awareness. One of the highlights of Rhodes is its strong academic reputation, especially in the Humanities. The lecturers are passionate about their subjects and approachable outside of class. There�s a real focus on developing independent thought, which has helped me grow intellectually and as a person. Living and studying in Grahamstown has its own charm. It�s a quiet, student-centered town that allows you to focus, but also has a close-knit community feel. While resources can sometimes be limited, especially compared to larger cities, there�s a strong sense of resilience and community support among students and staff. Rhodes has also challenged me in unexpected ways�whether it�s adapting to university-level academic demands or managing the social and emotional aspects of student life. But through all of it, I�ve come out stronger, more thoughtful, and better prepared for the future. Overall, I would recommend Rhodes to anyone who values quality education, a supportive learning environment, and the chance to grow as a whole person.
Law student at Rhodes university
Rhodes University was not my first option, so you can imagine l did not want to be hear, little did l know coming to Rhodes would be the best decision of my life. Rhodes University offers one of the best law programs in the country, and I am more than grateful that l will be graduating with a law degree from such a prestigious university. I like how small it is, as it is easy to make friends and to find a community where you can be seen and heard
Satisfactory experience
The university puts 90 percent of its effort into academics and that does not leave much room for anything else. I do not like that there is a lot of nightlife. I like that there is diversity because of the various cultures. I would recommend it for people who know exactly what they want to study and not so much for people who are still trying to find themselves.
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Student services
RSG represents the interests of the students to the others in the Rhodes community—the faculty, staff, administration, and trustees. The structure of the RSG Constitution allows for a deliberative government best equipped to meet student needs.
Housing services
- Bellingrath Hall
- Blount Hall
- East Village Apartments
- Ellett Hall
- Glassell Hall
- Parkway Hall
- Robb Hall
- Robinson Hall
- Spann Place Townhouses
- Stewart Hall
- Townsend Hall
- Trezevant Hall
- Voorhies Hall
- Voorhies-Townsend
- West Village
- White Hall
- Williford Hall
Library services
Barret Library College Archives:
- Rhodes Archives
- Richard Halliburton Collection
- Walter P. Armstrong, Jr. Book Collection
- Shelby Foote Collection, made possible through the generosity of Riea and Steve Lainoff
- DLYNX, the Archives digital repository, provides access to digital items of historical value and materials created by faculty, staff, and students, and resources
ICT services
- The Digital Media Lab (DML) is located in 210 Barret. Multimedia software is available on all computers located in the area (inside 210 as well as the open area outside the glass doors). The Digital Media Lab follows the same hours as Barret Library hours.
- Projects in the DML range from Photoshop editing to editing and rendering video (Adobe Premiere) to advanced audio editing (Audacity).
Medical services
- At Rhodes College Health Center students can seek advice and treatment for a wide range of medical needs, such as strep, flu, treatment of ENT infections as well as to obtain a prescription.
- Students can see the staff nurse at no cost for routine health issues. There is also a Self-Care counter, where students can obtain a cough drop, Band-Aid, or perhaps a decongestant.
Campus life
Rhodes’ Collegiate Gothic campus sits on a 123-acre, wooded site in the heart of historic Midtown Memphis. In this beautiful, supportive environment, our students and faculty comprise a community unmatched in its dedication to learning and a life of honor.
Sports facilities
- Alburty Pool - Pool Closed for the Season
- BCLC - Closed
- Dunavant Tennis Complex
- Mason Field
- Rhodes Softball Field
- Stauffer Field
- Rhodes Soccer Field
- Mallory Gymnasium
- Crain Field
Student clubs
- All Students Interested in Asia (A.S.I.A.)
- ASL and Deaf Culture Club
- Black Student Association (BSA)
- First Generation Program (FGEN)
- Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
- South Asian Culture and Advocacy (SACA, formerly SAMOSA)
- Student Association for Mixed Identity (SAMI)
- Valuing Our Impact on the Cultural Experiences of Students (VOICES)
Accreditation
Rhodes College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master's degrees.