Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003523
- Phone: (615) 963-5000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
79.02%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
18:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
10FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,123Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Tennessee Technological University
3500 John A. Merritt Blvd, Nashville, TN
Tennessee Technological University provides a variety of degree programs for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Cookeville, TN and publically funded. Around 12,000 students enroll at Tennessee Tech University yearly.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Education
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 980 to 1270 on the SAT and in a range of 20 to 26 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. Additional information regarding TTU can be gathered by calling the school's admissions office.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $7,000 and out-of-state residents pay $22,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $4,300. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Tennessee Technological University "Golden Eagles" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
Students who wish to learn more about this school can take a look at their website at tntech.edu or simply request information via our portal.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Tennessee Technological University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Tennessee Technological University is about 10,000, with undergraduate students making up about 88% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $16,900. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $25 application fee for those applying to a program. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $7,700-$9,200
- Out-of-State: $24,000-$28,220
- Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $320-$380 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $980-$1,200 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 96% | $8,366 |
Receiving Student Loans | 49% | $5,892 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Tennessee Technological University may offer services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Tennessee Technological University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Football (Ohio Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Tennessee Technological University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Agriculture (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Accounting (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Finance (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, M)
- Web Design
Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, M)
- Engineering (D)
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Family Practice Nurse (C)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
- General Studies (B, M)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B, M)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Music (B)
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Tennessee Technological University.
- Middle Tennessee State University in Memphis, TN (54 miles away)
- Tennessee State University in Knoxville, TN (74 miles away)
- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in Athens, TN (79 miles away)
- Austin Peay State University in Athens, TN (106 miles away)
- University of Alabama in Huntsville in Montgomery, AL (119 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003523
- Phone: (615) 963-5000
- School Homepage