About
About Tennessee Technological University
Tennessee Technological University is a public research university in Cookeville, TN, known for its engineering focused, accessible admissions, and stem and education programs. With an acceptance rate of 78%, TTU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 2,050 students each year. TTU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1020–1250, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. TTU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,273 per year; the sticker price of $35,364 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
Tennessee Technological University acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What Tennessee Technological University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$35k/yr | $9.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$35k/yr | $10.4k |
| 48k-75k | ~$35k/yr | $13.9k |
| 75k-110k | ~$35k/yr | $17.2k |
| 110k+ | ~$35k/yr | $18.9k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity