PublicUrbanMiddle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37132
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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Middle Tennessee State University is a public urban institution in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1119.
A large campus of 16.1K undergraduates with a 17:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,541 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,599.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Blue Raiders
History & Fun Facts
- •In 1909, the Tennessee General Assembly moved to establish three teacher-training institutions, one in each of the grand divisions of the state.
- •Middle Tennessee State Normal School (MTSNS or MTNS) opened on September 11, 1911, with a two-year program for training teachers.
- •" In 1943, the General Assembly designated the institution a state college, changing its name for the second time to Middle Tennessee State College.
- •This new status marked a sharp departure from the founding purpose and opened the way for expanding curricular offerings and programs.
- •In 1965, the institution was advanced to university status, changing its name to Middle Tennessee State University.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
69.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,093
Programs (132)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
78%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
121
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TN state average + city premium
Climate (School Year)
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