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Tennessee State University

Nashville, TN • public • I | Ohio Valley Conference
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Acceptance
92.6%
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Grad Rate
33%
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Cost
$23,362 / $37,162

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Large)
Student Population
Undergrad: 7,250 • Total: 9,000
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Nashville, TN
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Website
www.tnstate.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,533 (34.9%) • Female: 4,717 (65.1%)
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
92.6%
11,940 admitted from 12,890 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 433-538
Math: 423-530
Total: 856-1068
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
16-21
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Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
33.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
19.4%
Freshman Retention Rate
60.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$23,362
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$37,162
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $7,368
Out-of-state: $21,168
Room & Board
$10,414
Books & Supplies
$5,580
Students Receiving Pell Grants
51%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Ohio Valley Conference
Men's Sports (5)
Basketball (FCS) Football (FCS) Golf (FCS) Tennis (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FCS)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Golf Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA / 20 ACT
In-State Awards
$3,000-$8,500/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$3,000-$8,500/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$500 total
5 automatic scholarships (11 total)
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Common questions about Tennessee State University

What is Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?
Tennessee State University accepts 93% of applicants, from 12,890 applications.
How much does Tennessee State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $7,368 in-state and $21,168 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Tennessee State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 16 and 21 on the ACT.
What is Tennessee State University's graduation rate?
33% of students graduate within six years.