C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100

Tennessee Technological University

4-Year Public
📍 Cookeville, Tennessee 38505
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
C+
58/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
85/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Quick Stats

10,117
Total Enrollment
54%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
83%
Acceptance Rate
$15,138
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Tennessee Technological University

7% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 658 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$0
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🏆 Where Tennessee Technological University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#17
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
of 50 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,764 $18,796
Room $6,168
Board $6,108
Total Cost (On-Campus) $27,266 $37,298

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
$15,138
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,641
$30,001 - $48,000$11,325
$48,001 - $75,000$14,405
$75,001 - $110,000$17,795
$110,001+$18,329

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 209 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 184 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 136 grads/yr Computer Science 132 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 129 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 127 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 104 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 101 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 81 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 59 grads/yr Civil Engineering, General 59 grads/yr General Studies 58 grads/yr Accounting 56 grads/yr Electrical and Electronics Engineering 56 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 55 grads/yr Management Information Systems, General 51 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 50 grads/yr Chemical Engineering 49 grads/yr Psychology, General 49 grads/yr Sociology, General 49 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Tennessee Technological University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

10,117
Total Students
47%
Women
89%
Traditional Age (18-24)
7%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 5%
Black 4%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 77%
Off-Campus (Renters) 7%
With Family 16%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~658 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 58%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Tennessee Technological University?
Tennessee Technological University has an acceptance rate of 83%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Tennessee Technological University?
Tuition at Tennessee Technological University is $8,764 for in-state students and $18,796 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $15,138.
What is the graduation rate at Tennessee Technological University?
The graduation rate at Tennessee Technological University is 54%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Tennessee Technological University a good school?
Tennessee Technological University has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Tennessee Technological University?
Tennessee Technological University has a total enrollment of 10,117 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Tennessee Technological University?
Yes! Approximately 7% of students at Tennessee Technological University live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 658 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology