TTU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 76.13%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1180. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $11,376
- Out-of-State Tuition: $15,576
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at TTU:
- Total Enrollment: 10,511, including 1,033 online students
- 9,187 Undergraduate, 1,324 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 52.8% men, 47.2% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 58%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 20%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 78%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 103 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 23 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 28 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
TTU Overview
Tennessee Technological University (TTU) is a four-year, public school located in Cookeville, 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 TTU's tuition & fees is $11,376 for Tennessee residents and $15,576 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 82% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,653.
The school has a total enrollment of 10,511 and the students to faculty ratio is 16 to 1 (6.25%).
TTU's acceptance rate is 76.13% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.84%. The median SAT score is 1180 and the ACT score is 23.
TTU ranked 293rd in National Universities and 27th in Tennessee Colleges rankings. Tennessee Technological 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 Tennessee Technological University is $11,376 for in-state students and $15,576 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $12,386 for in-state students and $15,746 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,834 for Tennessee residents and $12,061 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,001 for Tennessee residents and $11,955 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,376 | $15,576 |
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| Graduate | $12,386 | $15,746 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,834 | $12,061 |
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| Graduate | $13,001 | $11,955 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Tennessee Technological 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 TTU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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