The University of Tennessee Southern
Public university · Pulaski, TN · 864 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
87%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
905–1110
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$6,690
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$21,358
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
32%
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 The University of Tennessee Southern?
The University of Tennessee Southern accepts about 87 of every 100 applicants (87%), 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 905 and 1110 on the SAT. A score at or above 1110 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 905, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says The University of Tennessee Southern requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Tennessee Southern's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does The University of Tennessee Southern cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $21,358 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $6,690 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 $11,264 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,264
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$11,264
- Room & board$10,331
- Total cost of attendance$21,358
- Average net price after grants$6,690
Popular majors
Business, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Education, Biology.
The University of Tennessee Southern FAQ
- What is The University of Tennessee Southern's acceptance rate?
- 87% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for The University of Tennessee Southern?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 905–1110. Aim for 1110 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for The University of Tennessee Southern?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is The University of Tennessee Southern test-optional?
- The latest federal data says The University of Tennessee Southern requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on The University of Tennessee Southern's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does The University of Tennessee Southern cost?
- About $21,358 a year before aid; $6,690 on average after grants.
- What is The University of Tennessee Southern's FAFSA school code?
- 003504. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so The University of Tennessee Southern receives your information.
- What is The University of Tennessee Southern's graduation rate?
- 32% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to The University of Tennessee Southern
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Brothers UniversityMemphis, TN | 87% | 1020–1380 | $16,842 | 55% |
| East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City, TN | 86% | 980–1200 | $14,208 | 55% |
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