The University of Tennessee-Martin
Martin, Tennessee · Public
The University of Tennessee-Martin admitted 90% of 6,471 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1210 in the middle half. Test scores are required. 55% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
The University of Tennessee-Martin’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $40 ($130 for international applicants), and The University of Tennessee-Martin accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check The University of Tennessee-Martin’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
The University of Tennessee-Martin doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How The University of Tennessee-Martin rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- –
Considered
- –
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 3.68 GPA. 20% 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 $23,588 in-state and $29,628 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $11,151 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is The University of Tennessee-Martin’s acceptance rate?
The University of Tennessee-Martin admitted 90% of applicants: 5,803 of 6,471 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is The University of Tennessee-Martin’s application deadline?
The University of Tennessee-Martin uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for The University of Tennessee-Martin?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1210, with a median around 1090. A score at or above 1090 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is The University of Tennessee-Martin’s application fee?
The application fee is $40 ($130 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and The University of Tennessee-Martin accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does The University of Tennessee-Martin have supplemental essays?
No. The University of Tennessee-Martin doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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