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93%
Open Admissions
33%
Graduation
About Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University is a public four-year institution located in Nashville, Tennessee. With an enrollment of approximately 6,498 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 93%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 33%. Graduates earn a median salary of $42,730 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $10,026 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
93%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
33%
Enrollment
6,498
Total students
Median Earnings
$42,730
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$8,568
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,284
Per year
Average Net Price
$10,026
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
16 – 21
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
423
75th
530
200800
ACT Composite
25th
16
75th
21
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$22,284/yr
In-State Tuition$8,568/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$10,026/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$40,104
10-Year Earnings
$427,300
ROI Multiple
10.7×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Tennessee State University
Student Outcomes
33%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$43k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
6,498
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
