Middle Tennessee State University

Middle Tennessee State University Early Decision Results Release Date 2021

Middle Tennessee State University will release their Early Decision results on Wednesday December 15th. Share results and connect with other early applicants in the Middle Tennessee State University Community discussion.

Good luck to all early applicants!

Middle Tennessee State University Overview

Middle Tennessee State University is a public, state school in an urban setting in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Middle Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 and now enrolls around 22,080 students a year, including 19,188 undergrads. Middle Tennessee State University provides housing for up to 3,019 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 50% of students spend their weekends on campus .

There are many ways for students to get involved at Middle Tennessee State University! Love music or performing? Join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of Middle Tennessee State University's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Middle Tennessee State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Thinking of pledging? Middle Tennessee State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Middle Tennessee State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Middle Tennessee State University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at Middle Tennessee State University on the Student Life page.

Is Middle Tennessee State University a Good School?

The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't tell you how happy or successful students are. There are a few statistics that can give you a good idea of how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its students.

Let's take a closer look at all of these areas to get a better idea of what Middle Tennessee State University offers and if it sounds like a good choice for you.

Middle Tennessee State University Acceptance Rate 2021

It is moderately difficult to get into Middle Tennessee State University. Around 71% of applicants get into Middle Tennessee State University each year. Last year, 12,143 students applied to Middle Tennessee State University and 8,568 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Middle Tennessee State University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Middle Tennessee State University, around 78% are still enrolled their sophomore year. Around 51% of students who started at Middle Tennessee State University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Middle Tennessee State University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Middle Tennessee State University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. Middle Tennessee State University's endowment was valued at $94.4 million in 2021, compared to a national average of $905 million. The school spends $10,275 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Middle Tennessee State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Middle Tennessee State University meets 63% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Middle Tennessee State University full-time are awarded $10,863 a year in financial aid, on average.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2021 was around $25,145 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some financial aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Middle Tennessee State University. Based on this information, how does Middle Tennessee State University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Middle Tennessee State University a good school for you?

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Where is Middle Tennessee State University Located?

Middle Tennessee State University is located in the urban setting of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, less than an hour from Nashville.

If you want to see Middle Tennessee State University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 24 to Murfreesboro, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Nashville International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Middle Tennessee State University and Murfreesboro are like without leaving home.

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