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Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, Tennessee · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$39,941

Acceptance Rate

68%

Graduation Rate

54%

Annual Tuition

$9,506

At a Glance

Total Students

16,115

Retention Rate

78%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

31%

Median Debt

$20,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Middle Tennessee State University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 68%. The university has a student population of 16,115. The graduation rate is 54.3%, and the retention rate is 77.7%. The median debt for graduates is $20,000, and 31.1% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Middle Tennessee State University is $9,506. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $38,819. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $39,941, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $48,541.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$39k

1 YEAR

$40k

5 YEARS

$49k

10 YEARS

Top 71% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Middle Tennessee State University alumni earn a median of $38,819. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $39,941. Ten years after graduation, median earnings reach $48,541. The median debt for graduates is $20,000.

Middle Tennessee State University has a 68% acceptance rate and a 54.3% graduation rate. The retention rate is 77.7%. The in-state tuition is $9,506. A total of 31.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Murfreesboro, TN 37132

Middle Tennessee State University is located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Middle Tennessee State University has an acceptance rate of 68.0%.