Overview
Student Population
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| Location | Johnson City, Tennessee |
| Online | etsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Johnson City, Tennessee, East Tennessee State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 8,686 prospective students applied, and 6,808 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,651 enrolled in the school. 10,683 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,030 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $7,340 plus fees of $1,919. ETSU is ranked 495 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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ETSU is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for East Tennessee State University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#495 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#170 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in Tennessee
#3 in Best Public Colleges in Tennessee
#381 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1170 |
| ACT | 20/27 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.33 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 1, 2022 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tennessee Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 |
| Other Fees | $1,919 |
| Room and Board | $8,938 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,520 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,067 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,350 |
| Other Fees | $1,919 |
| Room and Board | $8,938 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $5,520 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,214 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 20% |
| Business | 16% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 8% |
| Education | 6% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=220075 IPEDS survey data for East Tennessee State University.
Current students may use the East Tennessee State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.