Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Murfreesboro, Tennessee |
| Online | mtsu.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Middle Tennessee State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 11,244 prospective students applied, and 7,691 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,752 enrolled in the school. 15,992 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,576 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $7,344 plus fees of $1,888. Middle Tennessee State University is ranked 603 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Middle Tennessee State University is rated within the lower 47% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Middle Tennessee State University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#603 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#206 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#16 in Best Colleges in Tennessee
#4 in Best Public Colleges in Tennessee
#38 in Best Value Colleges in Tennessee
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1210 |
| ACT | 19/26 |
| GPA | 3.64 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tennessee Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 |
| Other Fees | $1,888 |
| Room and Board | $9,576 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,486 |
| Total One Year Cost | $24,554 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,260 |
| Other Fees | $1,888 |
| Room and Board | $9,576 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,486 |
| Total One Year Cost | $43,586 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 17% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 9% |
| General Studies | 9% |
| Communication | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=220978 IPEDS survey data for Middle Tennessee State University.
Current students may use the Middle Tennessee State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.