Tennessee State University

Nashville, TN · Public · 4-year · HBCU

Tennessee State University is a public 4-year institution located in Nashville, TN. It has a 92.6% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1050 and median ACT of 21. The average net price is $15,796. Tennessee State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

92.6%

12,890 applicants

SAT Median

1050

Combined score

ACT Median

21

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$15,796

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

0.3%

Retention Rate

33.5%

Median Earnings (10yr)

N/A

Student Body

4,848

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Tennessee State University:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$15,005
$30,001 – $48,000$15,840
$48,001 – $75,000$15,579
$75,001 – $110,000$20,624
$110,000+$20,099

Top Majors at Tennessee State University

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing133
Health Professions126
Psychology48
Agriculture & Natural Resources47
Biological & Biomedical Sciences45
Engineering42
Homeland Security & Criminal Justice40
Social Sciences37
Education35
Communication & Journalism34

Financial Aid at Tennessee State University

About Tennessee State University

Official website: https://www.tnstate.edu/

Admissions: https://www.tnstate.edu/admissions/

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