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East Tennessee State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

East Tennessee State University admits about 86.2% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 980–1200 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 18–25 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 86.2%
SAT range 980-1200
Net price $14,208
Graduation rate 55.3%

East Tennessee State University At a Glance

LocationJohnson City, Tennessee
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment10,004
Acceptance Rate86.2%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)510-620
SAT Range (Math)470-580
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)980-1200
Average SAT (Combined)1144
ACT Range19-26
Average Net Price$14,208/yr
Tuition (In-State)$10,994/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$15,194/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate55.3%
Full-Time Retention Rate75.7%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$48,646
Median Debt at Completion$18,636

How East Tennessee State University Compares

East Tennessee State University is more selective than about 34% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 10,004 students, it is larger than about 18% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?

East Tennessee State University's acceptance rate is about 86.2%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for East Tennessee State University?

Admitted students at East Tennessee State University typically report a combined SAT score between 980 and 1200 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does East Tennessee State University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check East Tennessee State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of East Tennessee State University?

The average net price reported for East Tennessee State University is $14,208 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also East Tennessee State University's official site.