Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, Tennessee · Public
Tennessee Technological University admitted 79% of 10,892 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1040–1270 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 54% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Tennessee Technological University
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Early decision and early action
Tennessee Technological University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Tennessee Technological University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Test scores
Not considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.72 GPA. 28% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $27,266 in-state and $37,298 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $15,138 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Tennessee Technological University’s acceptance rate?
Tennessee Technological University admitted 79% of applicants: 8,568 of 10,892 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Tennessee Technological University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1040 to 1270, with a median around 1160. A score at or above 1160 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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