Middle Tennessee State Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 69.09%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1130. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $10,266
- Out-of-State Tuition: $31,574
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Middle Tennessee State:
- Total Enrollment: 20,488, including 3,076 online students
- 18,042 Undergraduate, 2,446 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 45.9% men, 54.1% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 54%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 23%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 80%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 144 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 20 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 48 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Middle Tennessee State Overview
Middle Tennessee State University (Middle Tennessee State) is a four-year, public school located in Murfreesboro, TN. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The Middle Tennessee State's tuition & fees is $10,266 for Tennessee residents and $31,574 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 79% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,149.
The school has a total enrollment of 20,488 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Middle Tennessee State's acceptance rate is 69.09% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 30.41%. The median SAT score is 1130 and the ACT score is 22.
Middle Tennessee State ranked 241st in National Universities and 19th in Tennessee Colleges rankings. Middle Tennessee State University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Middle Tennessee State University is $10,266 for in-state students and $31,574 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $11,718 for in-state students and $29,700 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,087 for Tennessee residents and $34,327 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,344 for Tennessee residents and $31,313 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $10,266 | $31,574 |
|---|
| Graduate | $11,718 | $29,700 |
|---|
| In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,087 | $34,327 |
|---|
| Graduate | $12,344 | $31,313 |
|---|
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Middle Tennessee State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Middle Tennessee State
| Learning Opportunities |
|---|
| ROTC | Army |
|---|
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
|---|
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
|---|
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|
| On-Campus Services |
|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
|---|
| Employment services for students | Yes |
|---|
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
|---|
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
|---|
Middle Tennessee State University Directory Information
Tools for analyzing and comparing Middle Tennessee State