Tennessee State University
3500 John Merritt Blvd
Nashville, TN 37209-1561
(615) 963-5111
Nashville, TN 37209-1561
(615) 963-5111
Website: www.tnstate.edu
Location: Southeast
Location: Southeast
Calendar: Semester
Overview
Get a snapshot of Tennessee State University with this general overview, ncluding student enrollment and graduation rates, average test scores, student demographics, and more.About Tennessee State University
Tennessee State University is the only state-funded historically black college in Tennessee. Since its humble beginnings in 1912, Tennessee State University has boomed into a comprehensive college offering many bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. Tennessee State University's list of famous attendees and alumni includes media personality Oprah Winfrey, journalist Carl Rowan, and jazz bassist Cleveland Eaton.The college's main campus is located in Nashville, the capital city of Tennessee. Tennessee State students can enjoy Nashville's famous annual events, including the CMA Music Festival, the Nashville Film Festival, and the Tennessee State Fair. Students can also find dozens of outdoor recreation options around Nashville, including hiking, fishing, camping, and horse trails.
School Characteristics
Student Population: 9,100Type: Public
Tuition: $4,038
Length of Study: Four or more years
Religious Affiliation: None
Test Scores & GPA
Average GPA: GPA UnavailableAverage ACT: 18
Average SAT: 875
School Profile
Total Enrollment: 9,100Retention Rate: 79%
Graduation Rate: Not Available
School Accreditation
National: YesRegional: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
Federal: Yes
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The data on this page is from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
