Tennessee State University
Historically Black college or university · Nashville, TN · 4,848 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
70%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
880–1050
ACT (middle 50%)
16–21
Average net price
$12,154
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,814
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
34%
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 Tennessee State University?
Tennessee State University accepts about 70 of every 100 applicants (70%), 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 880 and 1050 on the SAT. A score at or above 1050 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 880, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 16–21.
The latest federal data says 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 Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Tennessee State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,814 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,154 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 $22,848 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,048
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,848
- Room & board$10,568
- Total cost of attendance$25,814
- Average net price after grants$12,154
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Biology, Engineering.
Tennessee State University FAQ
- What is Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?
- 70% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 880–1050. Aim for 1050 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Tennessee State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 16–21.
- Is Tennessee State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says 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 Tennessee State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Tennessee State University cost?
- About $25,814 a year before aid; $12,154 on average after grants.
- What is Tennessee State University's FAFSA school code?
- 003522. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Tennessee State University receives your information.
- What is Tennessee State University's graduation rate?
- 34% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Tennessee State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee UniversityCleveland, TN | 71% | 1040–1230 | $21,034 | 62% |
| Trevecca Nazarene UniversityNashville, TN | 69% | 980–1235 | $19,828 | 51% |
| Middle Tennessee State UniversityMurfreesboro, TN | 69% | 1010–1230 | $12,562 | 54% |
| Tennessee Wesleyan UniversityAthens, TN | 69% | — | $14,965 | 49% |
| University of MemphisMemphis, TN | 72% | 915–1180 | $12,192 | 53% |
| Tusculum UniversityGreeneville, TN | 72% | — | $20,508 | 39% |