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Rhodes College was founded in 1848 in the town of Clarksville, Tennessee, USA. Originally called the Masonic University of Tennessee, the institution changed its name to Stewart College in 1850 after its president. The college came under the control of the Presbyterian church in 1855 and a school of theology was added in 1874 along with another change of name, this time to Southwestern Presbyterian University. The university moved to the state capital, Memphis, in 1925 and this is where the ...
In 1945, the college adopted the name Southwestern at Memphis, to distinguish itself from other colleges and universities containing the name "Southwestern." Finally, in 1984, the college′s name was changed to Rhodes College to honor former college president, and Diehl′s successor, Peyton Nalle Rhodes.
Once you’re here, you’ll know—there’s simply no college experience quite like Rhodes. Our close-knit, residential campus fosters community like no other. Our Memphis location inspires our students to not only explore, shop, and dine off campus, but also volunteer, intern, and work off campus. We invite you to visit and see for yourself!
Rhodes College is ranked #56 out of 211 National Liberal Arts Colleges. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence. Read more about ...
Joel Parsons is an artist, curator, writer, and teacher based in Memphis, where he is Assistant Professor of Art, Director of Clough-Hanson Gallery, and Chair of the Gender and Sexuality Studies Program at Rhodes College.
Rhodes is a home away from home and truly a place like no other. Live Close, Feel Far. Rhodes' hometown students will tell you that our campus is like a whole new world. It's a place where you can grow, explore, and transform without leaving Memphis. Parents, visit us to see how Rhodes can change your student's perspective on college.
Rhodes Global Ghana program offers a life-changing opportunity to live in the historic city of Accra where coursework, home-stays, and internships immerse students in the vibrant culture of West Africa.
