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Tennessee Technological University
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, Tennessee 38505-0001
Visit websiteKnown for business — excellent value
Tennessee Technological University is a public institution in Cookeville with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1148, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.5K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,501 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,207.
Established
1915
Mascot
Awesome Eagle
Type
Public research university and institute of technology
Conference
Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) and competes
Division
Division I
83%Acceptance
1148SAT Avg
8,495Students
16:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$48,501Earnings 10yr
$14,207Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate83.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1148
Reading & Writing
520620
Math
500630
ACT Score Range
Composite
2027
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,084
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,116
Room & Board$10,502
Books & Supplies$1,280
Total Cost of Attendance$25,338
Average Net Price$14,207
Median Debt at Graduation$15,650
Monthly Payment (10yr)$166
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$9,641
$30–48K$11,325
$48–75K$14,405
$75–110K$17,795
$110K+$18,329
Programs (88)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,495
Gender Split
45% / 55%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
31%
Race & Ethnicity
White 80%
Black 5%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate54.2%
Freshman Retention77.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$43,759
8 Years$46,379
10 Years$48,501
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$38,300
Men
$54,500
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Golden Eagles
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia