East Tennessee State University
ETSU
Johnson City, Tennessee 37614
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — excellent value
East Tennessee State University is a public institution in Johnson City with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1114, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9.8K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $44,859 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,794.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1114
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
64.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
-6.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,400
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
75
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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 (119)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
74%
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.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Buccaneers
History & Fun Facts
- •History Dossett HallETSU was founded as East Tennessee State Normal School in 1911 to educate teachers; the K-12 training school, called University School, operates to this day.
- •By 1930, the school's name had changed again to East Tennessee State Teacher's College, Johnson City.
- •In 1943, East Tennessee State Teacher's College was expanded into a college with a range of liberal arts offerings, becoming East Tennessee State College.
- •The college became East Tennessee State University in 1963, adopting the name it holds today.
- •In 1973, Shelbridge became the president's official residence.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TN state average + city premium
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