Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.06%
SAT Average
1,114
ACT Range
19-26
East Tennessee State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.06%. This means approximately 871 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 9,807 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.06%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,950 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $13,790 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,947 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,794 | State avg: $15,202. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.19% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 35.81% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does East Tennessee State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$13,790
Room and board
$10,270
Books and supplies
$1,350
Other expenses
$6,930
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,947
Average net price
$15,794
Average aid coverage
39%
$10,153 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at East Tennessee State University pays approximately $15,794 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Tennessee average of $15,202 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is East Tennessee State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Tennessee and national averages.
East Tennessee State University net price
$15,794
Tennessee average
$15,202
National average
$17,506
East Tennessee State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $13,790 and average net price at $15,794. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$13,790
Current net price
$15,794
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
49.88%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,859
Undergraduates
9,807
10-Year Median Earnings - East Tennessee State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
East Tennessee State University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends East Tennessee State University?
Undergraduates
9,807
Completion rate
49.88%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.19%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
35.81%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.19% of East Tennessee State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 35.81% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at East Tennessee State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use East Tennessee State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
East Tennessee State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
East Tennessee State University is listed at 1276 Gilbreath Drive, Johnson City, TN 37614. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare East Tennessee State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State University | 87.06% | $13,790 | $15,794 | $44,859 |
| Vanderbilt University | 6.28% | $63,946 | $19,040 | $91,565 |
| Baptist Health Sciences University | 67.76% | $13,846 | $13,401 | $72,529 |
| Rhodes College | 49.68% | $54,892 | $25,060 | $66,651 |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $66,318 |
Similar Schools in Johnson City
This local cluster focuses on nearby Johnson City schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Johnson City.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Tennessee State University's acceptance rate?
East Tennessee State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.06%.
How much is East Tennessee State University tuition?
East Tennessee State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $13,790.
What is East Tennessee State University's average net price?
East Tennessee State University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,794.
What is East Tennessee State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,859 for East Tennessee State University.
Is East Tennessee State University accredited?
East Tennessee State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend East Tennessee State University?
The local dataset lists 9,807 undergraduate students at East Tennessee State University.
What percentage of East Tennessee State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for East Tennessee State University in the local dataset is 35.19%.
What is the federal loan rate at East Tennessee State University?
The federal loan rate for East Tennessee State University in the local dataset is 35.81%.
Where should I verify East Tennessee State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with East Tennessee State University or the latest official federal education data.