East Tennessee State University
Public university · Johnson City, TN · 10,004 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
86%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
980–1200
ACT (middle 50%)
19–26
Average net price
$14,208
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,869
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
55%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into East Tennessee State University?
East Tennessee State University accepts about 86 of every 100 applicants (86%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 980 and 1200 on the SAT. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 980, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 19–26.
The latest federal data says East Tennessee State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on East Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does East Tennessee State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,869 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,208 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,994 for TN residents and $15,194 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,994
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$15,194
- Room & board$11,486
- Total cost of attendance$25,869
- Average net price after grants$14,208
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Psychology.
East Tennessee State University FAQ
- What is East Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?
- 86% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for East Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 980–1200. Aim for 1200 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for East Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 19–26.
- Is East Tennessee State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says East Tennessee State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on East Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does East Tennessee State University cost?
- About $25,869 a year before aid; $14,208 on average after grants.
- What is East Tennessee State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003487. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so East Tennessee State University receives your information.
- What is East Tennessee State University's graduation rate?
- 55% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to East Tennessee State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers UniversityMemphis, TN | 87% | 1020–1380 | $16,842 | 55% |
| The University of Tennessee SouthernPulaski, TN | 87% | 905–1110 | $6,690 | 32% |
| The University of Tennessee-MartinMartin, TN | 88% | 970–1210 | $10,211 | 51% |
| Baptist Health Sciences UniversityMemphis, TN | 82% | — | $10,165 | 33% |
| Carson-Newman UniversityJefferson City, TN | 90% | 955–1215 | $18,130 | 54% |
| The University of Tennessee-ChattanoogaChattanooga, TN | 81% | 1013–1210 | $15,026 | 56% |