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The University of Tennessee Southern

Pulaski, Tennessee 38478-2799

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Known for business — close-knit campus

The University of Tennessee Southern is a public institution in Pulaski with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1088, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 827 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

36% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $38,924 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $15,133.

Established
1870
Motto
Cognito, Opportunitas, Veritas
Mascot
Flame the Firehawk
Type
Public university
Conference
National Association of
83%Acceptance
1088SAT Avg
827Students
13:1Student:Faculty
36%Grad Rate
$38,924Earnings 10yr
$15,133Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate82.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1088

Reading & WritingMid: 457
480565
MathMid: 533
515585

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 21
1923

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$10,506
Tuition (out-of-state)$10,506
Room & Board$8,600
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$25,827
Average Net Price$15,133
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,377
$30–48K$13,291
$48–75K$15,701
$75–110K$18,790
$110K+$18,352

Programs (34)

Student Body

Undergrads
827
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Black 5%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.7%
Freshman Retention64.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$36,151
8 Years$38,711
10 Years$38,924

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$31,400
Men
$44,300

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Firehawks

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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