Middle Tennessee State University Admission Requirements
Murfreesboro, TennesseeChances of getting into Middle Tennessee State University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
93.5%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Challenging | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Middle Tennessee State University and can I get accepted? The school has a 94% acceptance rate ranking it #40 in Tennessee for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 7,534 out of 8,055 applicants were admitted making Middle Tennessee State University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has challenging requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 53 percent. Middle Tennessee State University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 38% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1020-1240Applicants Submitting SAT
7%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 500 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1020 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 630 |
| SAT Math 75th | 610 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1240 |
| Average SAT Score | 1130 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Middle Tennessee State University?
Middle Tennessee State University typically requires applicants to be in the top 57 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1020 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 910. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1130 out of 1600. The school ranks #13 in Tennessee for highest average SAT composite score. 7 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1240 and Above | Good | >96% |
| 1130 to 1240 | Avg + | 94%-96% |
| 1020 to 1130 | Avg - | 90%-94% |
| 910 to 1020 | Reach | 84%-90% |
| Less than 910 | Low | <84% |
Middle Tennessee State University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
20-26Applicants Submitting ACT
94%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 19 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 27 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Middle Tennessee State University?
Admission data indicates that Middle Tennessee State University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #18 in Tennessee for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 94 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Middle Tennessee State University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >96% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 94%-96% |
| 20 to 23 | Avg - | 90%-94% |
| 17 to 20 | Reach | 84%-90% |
| Less than 17 | Low | <84% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.35Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into Middle Tennessee State University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Middle Tennessee State University was 3.35 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #21 in Tennessee for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.35 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Middle Tennessee State University accepts 94% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 22% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 20% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 18% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 21% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 17% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
77% of Middle Tennessee State University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 16% |
| Top 25% of class | 43% |
| Top 50% of class | 77% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 23% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 5% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 4,556 | 3,499 | 8,055 |
| Accepted | 4,309 | 3,225 | 7,534 |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% | 92% | 94% |
| Enrolled | 1,553 | 1,344 | 2,897 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 36% | 42% | 38% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Middle Tennessee State University prefer SAT or ACT?
7% of students submit their SAT scores to Middle Tennessee State University. 94% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Middle Tennessee State University?
94% of those who apply are granted admission to Middle Tennessee State University. Admission competition is and the college has challenging admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Middle Tennessee State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1020 and 1240. 7% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Middle Tennessee State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 94% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
