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East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, Tennessee · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$38,704

Acceptance Rate

87%

Graduation Rate

52%

Annual Tuition

$9,950

At a Glance

Total Students

9,807

Retention Rate

74%

Faculty Ratio

18

Financial Aid

36%

Median Debt

$19,442

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

East Tennessee State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 87.1%. The university has a student population of 9,807. The average in-state tuition is $9,950. The university's one-year post-graduation earnings are $39,962, with five-year earnings at $38,704 and ten-year earnings at $44,859. The median student debt is $19,442, and 35.8% of students receive financial aid.

The university's graduation rate is 52.4%, and the retention rate is 73.9%.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$40k

1 YEAR

$39k

5 YEARS

$45k

10 YEARS

Top 75% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, East Tennessee State University alumni earn a median salary of $39,962. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $38,704, and after ten years, the median salary is $44,859. The median debt for graduates is $19,442. A total of 35.8% of students receive financial aid.

East Tennessee State University has an 87.1% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 52.4%, and the retention rate is 73.9%. The total student population is 9,807. The in-state tuition cost is $9,950.

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Campus Location

Johnson City, Tennessee

Johnson City, TN 37614

East Tennessee State University is located in Johnson City, Tennessee. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

East Tennessee State University has an acceptance rate of 87.1%.