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Middle Tennessee State University is a public urban institution in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1119.
A large campus of 16.1K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,541 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,599.
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News & Alerts
Middle Tennessee State University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
68.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,093
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
121
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (132)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
- •78% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Blue Raiders
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1909, the Tennessee General Assembly moved to establish three teacher-training institutions, one in each of the grand divisions of the state.
- •Middle Tennessee State Normal School (MTSNS or MTNS) opened on September 11, 1911, with a two-year program for training teachers.
- •" In 1943, the General Assembly designated the institution a state college, changing its name for the second time to Middle Tennessee State College.
- •This new status marked a sharp departure from the founding purpose and opened the way for expanding curricular offerings and programs.
- •In 1965, the institution was advanced to university status, changing its name to Middle Tennessee State University.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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