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.
Established
1911
Motto
"Graduation Begins Today"
Mascot
Bucky
Type
Public research university
Conference
NCAA Division I Southern Conference
Division
Division I
87%Acceptance
1114SAT Avg
9,807Students
18:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$44,859Earnings 10yr
$15,794Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate87.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1114
Reading & Writing
490600
Math
460570
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1926
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,950
Tuition (out-of-state)$13,790
Room & Board$10,270
Books & Supplies$1,350
Total Cost of Attendance$25,947
Average Net Price$15,794
Median Debt at Graduation$19,442
Monthly Payment (10yr)$206
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,158
$30–48K$13,625
$48–75K$16,944
$75–110K$19,753
$110K+$20,907
Programs (119)
Student Body
Undergrads
9,807
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%
Race & Ethnicity
White 73%
Black 6%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.9%
Freshman Retention73.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$38,704
8 Years$41,898
10 Years$44,859
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$36,500
Men
$46,000
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Buccaneers
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia