The University of Tennessee-Martin — acceptance rate 87%, tuition $8,546 in-state, $14,586 out-of-stateThe University of Tennessee-Martin campus, Martin, TN. Photo: Benjamin Hunt, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C+
55/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
D
36/100
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
6,941
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87%
Acceptance Rate
$11,151
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near The University of Tennessee-Martin ▼
8%
of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.
The campus ZIP (38238) has no residential market, so these figures average 1 nearby ZIP codes within 3 miles of campus (38237).
What happens to students who enroll at The University of Tennessee-Martin, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$44,213
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$38,863
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,024
Median debt at graduation
52.5%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,120
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
34.4%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 23rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TN wage index 0.84). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
🏆 Where The University of Tennessee-Martin Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~528 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person58%
Hybrid (Some Online)15%
Fully Online27%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)72%
25-64 (Adult)9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at The University of Tennessee-Martin?
The University of Tennessee-Martin has an acceptance rate of 87%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend The University of Tennessee-Martin?
Tuition at The University of Tennessee-Martin is
$8,546 for in-state students
and $14,586 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $11,151.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Tennessee-Martin?
The graduation rate at The University of Tennessee-Martin is 55%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is The University of Tennessee-Martin a good school?
The University of Tennessee-Martin has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The University of Tennessee-Martin?
The University of Tennessee-Martin has a total enrollment of 6,941 students.
Most students (72%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near The University of Tennessee-Martin?
Yes! Approximately 8% of students at The University of Tennessee-Martin live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 528 students who need rental housing near campus.
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