2025 Most Expensive Tennessee Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 9 four-year public Tennessee colleges is $20,201, reflecting a 1.06% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 9 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 8 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville ranks as the most expensive public Tennessee colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $33,256. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, The University of Tennessee-Knoxville remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Middle Tennessee State University at$31,574 and Tennessee State University at$22,416 both consistently recognized among the Tennessee Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Tennessee Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 75.65%, and the average SAT score is 1,098, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Tennessee Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Tennessee Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, TNPublic, 4-year $33,256
($13,812)
$1,282		$34,760
($15,972)
$2,652		41.60%38,7281,28074.00%18 to 1
2
-		Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, TNPublic, 4-year $31,574
($10,266)
$2,532		$29,700
($11,718)
$1,530		69.09%20,4881,13054.00%17 to 1
3
-		Tennessee State University Nashville, TNPublic, 4-year $22,416
($8,616)
$132		$23,808
($11,188)
$292		70.11%6,31096034.00%13 to 1
4
1		The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TNPublic, 4-year $18,512
($10,448)
$304		$19,174
($11,110)
$322		81.09%11,7751,10050.00%18 to 1
5
1		The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin, TNPublic, 4-year $16,600
($10,560)
$366		$12,978
($11,916)
$342		88.20%7,4991,11053.00%16 to 1
6
2		Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, TNPublic, 4-year $15,576
($11,376)
$4,540		$15,746
($12,386)
$4,994		76.13%10,5111,18058.00%16 to 1
7
-		University of Memphis Memphis, TNPublic, 4-year $15,384
($10,728)
$600		$15,840
($11,628)
$612		72.03%20,2761,03551.00%16 to 1
8
-		Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TNPublic, 4-year $14,766
($9,006)
$547		$15,702
($10,518)
$589		96.41%10,4391,00540.00%14 to 1
9
-		East Tennessee State University Johnson City, TNPublic, 4-year $13,726
($10,216)
$692		$26,486
($11,366)
$582		86.19%13,7281,08053.00%15 to 1
Average$20,201
($10,559)		$21,577
($11,978)		75.65%15,5281,09851.89%16 to 1