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Middle Tennessee State University vs The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Murfreesboro, TN · Chattanooga, TN · Source: IPEDS federal database

Middle Tennessee State UniversityThe University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Acceptance Rate69.1%81.1%
In-State Tuition$10,266$10,448
Out-of-State Tuition$31,574$18,512
Average Net Price$13,859$15,347
Graduation Rate54.0%50.0%
Total Enrollment20,48811,775
Student-Faculty Ratio1718

GradFax Analysis

Middle Tennessee State University accepts 69.1% of applicants. The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga accepts 81.1%. Tuition is close: $10,266 at Middle Tennessee State University, $10,448 at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. Middle Tennessee State University graduates 54% of students in 6 years. The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga graduates 50%.

Bottom Line

Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.

Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System

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Common Questions

Which is harder to get into, Middle Tennessee State University or The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga?

Middle Tennessee State University. It accepts 69.1% of applicants, per IPEDS data.

Source: IPEDS

Is Middle Tennessee State University or The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga more affordable?

Middle Tennessee State University, on average. After aid, students pay $13,859/year versus $15,347/year. Your number depends on your aid package.

Source: IPEDS

Which has a better graduation rate?

Middle Tennessee State University: 54% of students finish in 6 years. The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is at 50%.

Source: IPEDS

Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.