The University of Tennessee Southern

Pulaski, Tennessee · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$12,798

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

36.9%

Admission rate

87%

Undergrad size

864

In-state tuition

$10,924

Out-of-state tuition

$10,924

Cost of attendance

$24,750

Median earnings (10y)

$38,924

Admissions

SAT average
1,083
ACT midpoint
21
Retention
77.2%
Locale
Town

Programs breakdown

12 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (28%), trades & services (23%), humanities & arts (21%).

  • STEM12%
  • Health9%
  • Business28%
  • Humanities & arts21%
  • Social sciences6%
  • Trades & services23%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

15 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's78$34,844$24,625
Behavioral Sciences.Bachelor's28
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's24
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Bachelor's21
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Bachelor's21$28,585
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Bachelor's19$21,316$23,125
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's17
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's17$50,276$25,683
Biology, General.Bachelor's15
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's9
Public Health.Bachelor's9
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Master's8
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's7
Mathematics.Bachelor's6
Psychology, General.Bachelor's$25,329$19,800

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About The University of Tennessee Southern

The University of Tennessee Southern is a small institution located in Pulaski, Tennessee, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 864 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Liberal arts.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at The University of Tennessee Southern — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $12,798 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $10,924 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $24,750 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 36.9%, a average completion outcome. 77.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $38,924 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

The University of Tennessee Southern confers degrees and certificates across 12 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (28% of credentials), trades & services (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (21% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

The University of Tennessee Southern accepts 87% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,083. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.

Location & campus

Set in Pulaski, Tennessee (town), The University of Tennessee Southern draws students from across Tennessee and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about The University of Tennessee Southern

Q.How much does The University of Tennessee Southern cost?

The average net price at The University of Tennessee Southern is $12,798 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $24,750.

Q.What is the graduation rate at The University of Tennessee Southern?

The University of Tennessee Southern has a 6-year graduation rate of 36.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into The University of Tennessee Southern?

The University of Tennessee Southern admits 87% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.

Q.How much do The University of Tennessee Southern graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median The University of Tennessee Southern graduate earns $38,924 per year.

Q.What is tuition at The University of Tennessee Southern?

Published tuition is $10,924 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is The University of Tennessee Southern located?

The University of Tennessee Southern is located in Pulaski, Tennessee (ZIP 38478).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with The University of Tennessee Southern at their official website.