Tennessee State University Description:
Tennessee State University is a public historically black university whose 500-acre campus is located in downtown Nashville, the second largest city in Tennessee. Students come from 42 states and 45 countries, although about three quarters of all students are from Tennessee. Undergraduates can choose from 45 Bachelor's degree programs, and classes are often small with an average size of 22. The university has a wide range of clubs and organizations including an active Greek system and the Aristocrat of Bands marching band.In athletics, the Tennessee State Tigers compete in the NCAA Division I Ohio Valley Conference.
Admissions Data (2011):
Tennessee State has open admissions, but students must meet these minimum requirements:
- 19 ACT Composite or 900 SAT (Math + Reading)
- 2.25 GPA (in-state); 2.5 GPA (out-of-state)
- Pass the Tennessee Proficiency Examination
- Complete 14 High School State Board of Regents Unit requirements
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
Enrollment (2010):
- Total Enrollment: 8,930 (6,856 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 38% Male / 62% Female
- 81% Full-time
Costs (2011 - 12):
- Tuition and Fees: $6,088 (in-state); $18,616 (out-of-state)
- Books: $1,800 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $5,910
- Other Expenses: $2,800
- Total Cost: $16,598 (in-state); $29,126 (out-of-state)
Tennessee State University Financial Aid (2009 - 10):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 97%
- Tennessee State Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 97%
- Loans: 80%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $7,084
- Loans: $6,539
Most Popular Majors:
Biology, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Family and Consumer Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Theatre
Transfer, Retention and Graduation Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 67%
- Transfer Out Rate: 10%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 13%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 40%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Tennessee State University Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.tnstate.edu/interior.asp?mid=401&ptid=1
"Tennessee State University, a Historically Black College/University (HBCU), fosters scholarly inquiry and research, life-long learning, and a commitment to service."
