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The University of Tennessee Southern

Pulaski, TN 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 320
Religious affiliation Methodism
Student to faculty ratio 13 to 1
Acceptance rate 92%
Students retention rate 55%
On-time graduation rate 34%

Located in Pulaski, Tennessee, The University of Tennessee Southern is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 92% indicates that The University of Tennessee Southern is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

The University of Tennessee Southern is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, The University of Tennessee Southern emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at The University of Tennessee Southern is reported to be 34%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Tennessee state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 52% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at The University of Tennessee Southern is 55% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Tennessee is 70%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at The University of Tennessee Southern do not continue their studies after the first year.

  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing
  • Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

92.2%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$10,200

Cost of attendance at The University of Tennessee Southern in 2022 for students from Tennessee.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $9,811
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$10,200

Cost of attendance at The University of Tennessee Southern in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Tennessee's average $20,464
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at The University of Tennessee Southern received on average $20,950 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$20,950
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 108 58% $5,192 $560,718
Other Federal Grant 171 92% $4,317 $738,141
State Grant/Scholarships 127 69% $5,753 $730,687
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 182 98% $13,225 $2,406,859
Total Grant & Scholarships 185 100% $20,950 $3,875,687

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of The University of Tennessee Southern students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of The University of Tennessee Southern students is 34.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 38.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 28.8%.

34.1%

  • African American 18.8% 9 students
  • white 37.6% 79 students
  • International Students 50.0% 7 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Mid-South Conference
  • Basketball Mid-South Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Mid-South Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NAIA
    National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

The University of Tennessee Southern provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

The University of Tennessee Southern offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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