Nashville, TN · 1–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
2000 Edgehill Ave, 37212 · (615) 327-3877
Enrollment
1071
Student:teacher
10:1
Published tuition
$29,235–$36,280
Application fee
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Tuition by division
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Head of school
Rob Hereford
Director
Rob Hereford is the 12th Director of Peabody Demonstration School and University School of Nashville. He brings more than three decades of experience in independent schools, having served as a teacher, coach, department chair, academic dean, division head, and head of school.
Curriculum & special classes
USN offers a K-12 academic program focused on academic excellence with a student-centered approach. Students engage in challenging coursework, unique electives, and independent studies across various disciplines, fostering intellectual, artistic, and athletic potential.
Financial aid
One in five students receives need-based financial aid, and the school strives to make education accessible to students from different economic backgrounds. Families are encouraged to apply through the Clarity system to determine their needs.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Lower School After School; Middle School After School for MS
Cost
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Admissions
The admissions process includes a preliminary online application, submission of additional materials, financial aid applications, assessments for K-4, interviews for grades 5-12, and the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) for grades 5-12. Decisions are shared in early March.
Apply by
Preliminary Online Application deadline: December 6, 2026; Application materials deadline: February 1, 2027
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
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What they ask for: Online Application, Transcript Release Form, Teacher Recommendation(s), Teacher Observation Form (Grade 5), English Teacher Observation Form (Grades 6-8), Math Teacher Observation Form (Grades 6-8), Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) for grades 5-12, Student Statement (grades 5-12), Interview (by appointment for grades 5-12), Admissions Assessments (grades K-4).
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