School Information

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Total Cost $17,872
Total Enrollment 10,847
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 21 : 1

Tennessee Technological University

http://www.tntech.edu
1 William L. Jones Drive, Cookeville, Tennessee 38505-0001
(931) 372-3223

Mission of Tennessee Tech University Tennessee Technological University's mission as the state's only technological university is to provide leadership and outstanding programs in engineering, the sciences, and related areas that benefit the people of Tennessee and the nation. The University also provides strong programs in the arts and sciences, business, education, agriculture and human ecology, nursing, music, art and interdisciplinary studies. Tennessee Tech serves students from throughout the state, nation, and many other countries, but it retains a special commitment to enrich the lives of people and communities in the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee. The University is committed to ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Campus Setting Town: Remote
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Tennessee Technological University, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 78.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $6,310), and 40% receive loans ($4,983 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,600.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Tennessee Technological University is $9,939 per year.

Yearly Tuition
Tennessee Technological University Tuition Costs
Tuition Undergrad in State $5,498
Tuition Undergrad Out of State $17,426
Tuition Graduate in State $6,160
Tuition Graduate Out of State $17,080
Living Costs
Total Expense in State on Campus $17,872
Total Expense Out of State On Campus $29,800
 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,486 people applied to Tennessee Technological University. Of the applicants, 84.0% were admitted (84.0% male & 85.0% female ) and 50.0% accepted (49.0% male and 52.0% female)

Of the 8,918 undergraduate students at Tennessee Technological University, 10.0% are part-time. A majority (84.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 66.0% of the 1,929 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     96.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     72.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     50.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     18.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     44.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     53.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline December 15, 2010
Admissions Office Phone 800.255.8881
Admissions Office Email admissions@tntech.edu
Admissions Office Address 1 William L Jones Dr Cookeville, TN 38505
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.tntech.edu/transfers/transfertablesagreements/
Admissions Website http://www.tntech.edu/admissions/home/
Application Fee $15

In order to be accepted to Tennessee Technological University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 470
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 610
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 490
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 640
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 20
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 26
ACT English (25th Percentile) 20
ACT English (75th Percentile) 26
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 19
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 25
 
Tennessee Technological University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences 44
Agriculture, General 44
Biological and biomedical sciences 55 7
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 55 7
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 271 118
Accounting 67
Business Administration and Management, General 106 118
Business/Managerial Economics 4
Finance, General 40
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 54
Communication, journalism, and related programs 23
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 23
Computer and information sciences and support services 40 1
Computer Science 32 1
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design 8
Education 260 75 319 5
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 7 16
Curriculum and Instruction 8 71 5
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 30
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 245 223
Secondary Education and Teaching 33
Special Education and Teaching, General 12
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other 9
Engineering 218 42 12
Chemical Engineering 15 6
Civil Engineering, General 44 8
Computer Engineering, General 10
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering 44 16
Engineering, General 12
Industrial Engineering 16 0
Mechanical Engineering 89 12
Engineering technologies/technicians 37
Industrial Technology/Technician 37
English language and literature/letters 11 8
English Language and Literature, General 11 8
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 52
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General 52
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 8
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General 8
Health professions and related clinical sciences 67 7
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 67 7
History 14
History, General 14
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 92 2
General Studies 18 2
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 74
Mathematics and statistics 9 10
Mathematics, General 9 10
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 264
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 264
Natural resources and conservation 40 0
Environmental Studies 0
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management 40
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 38 24
Health and Physical Education, General 38 24
Physical sciences 31 6
Chemistry, General 16 6
Geology/Earth Science, General 11
Physics, General 4
Psychology 33
Psychology, General 33
Social sciences 71
Political Science and Government, General 18
Sociology 53
Visual and performing arts 39
Fine/Studio Arts, General 21
Music, General 18
 
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Cassie Phillips on August 19, 2011 said:

This seems like a really good college. I just need more information. Also, if you have to have taken a college prep class in high school, I wouldn't be able to come here. I guess I'll just keep looking.

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