Middle Tennessee State University
Public university · Murfreesboro, TN · 16,301 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
69%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1010–1230
ACT (middle 50%)
20–26
Average net price
$12,562
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,577
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
54%
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 Middle Tennessee State University?
Middle Tennessee State University accepts about 69 of every 100 applicants (69%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1010 and 1230 on the SAT. A score at or above 1230 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1010, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–26.
The latest federal data says Middle Tennessee State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Middle Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Middle Tennessee State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,577 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,562 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 $10,932 for TN residents and $33,428 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,932
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$33,428
- Room & board$12,892
- Total cost of attendance$24,577
- Average net price after grants$12,562
Popular majors
Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Transportation.
Middle Tennessee State University FAQ
- What is Middle Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?
- 69% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Middle Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1010–1230. Aim for 1230 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Middle Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–26.
- Is Middle Tennessee State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Middle Tennessee State University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Middle Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Middle Tennessee State University cost?
- About $24,577 a year before aid; $12,562 on average after grants.
- What is Middle Tennessee State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003510. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Middle Tennessee State University receives your information.
- What is Middle Tennessee State University's graduation rate?
- 54% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Middle Tennessee State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Wesleyan UniversityAthens, TN | 69% | — | $14,965 | 49% |
| Trevecca Nazarene UniversityNashville, TN | 69% | 980–1235 | $19,828 | 51% |
| Tennessee State UniversityNashville, TN | 70% | 880–1050 | $12,154 | 34% |
| Lipscomb UniversityNashville, TN | 68% | 1160–1380 | $23,178 | 71% |
| Lee UniversityCleveland, TN | 71% | 1040–1230 | $21,034 | 62% |
| Cumberland UniversityLebanon, TN | 67% | — | $15,965 | 45% |