According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023, Southern Adventist University is ranked 1,379 globally. It is also ranked 118 in the United States and 10 in Tennessee.
The university is ranked highly in the following categories:
- Social mobility: Southern Adventist University is ranked 32 worldwide for its commitment to social mobility. This means the university provides opportunities for students from disadvantaged backgrounds to succeed.
- Teaching: Southern Adventist University is ranked 401-500 worldwide. This means that the university is providing high-quality instruction to its students.
- Industry income: Southern Adventist University is ranked 601-800 worldwide for its industry income. This means the university generates significant revenue from its research and business partnerships.