Tennessee Technological University

Tennessee Technological University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Tennessee Technological University is 76%. Out of 6,913 applications received in 2023, 5,237 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Tennessee Technological University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee is $25.

Tennessee Technological University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Tennessee Technological University's admissions stats.

Tennessee Technological University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	27%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	98%
Waitlist	No

Tennessee Technological University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Tennessee Technological University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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Applying Early to Tennessee Technological University?

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Tennessee Technological University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Tennessee Technological University Admissions

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Transferring to Tennessee Technological University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Tennessee Technological University

Tennessee Technological University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Tennessee Technological University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Tennessee Technological University

What does Tennessee Technological University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Tennessee Technological University for more information on admission factors.

Tennessee Technological University Application Requirements

To apply to Tennessee Technological University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Tennessee Technological University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Tennessee Technological University?

Students admitted to Tennessee Technological University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 57% submitted a class rank. At Tennessee Technological University 27% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 59% were in the top 25% and 86% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Tennessee Technological University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Tennessee Technological University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Tennessee Technological University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2018, 4% of Tennessee Technological University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 98% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Tennessee Technological University students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Tennessee Technological University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

To be most competitive at Tennessee Technological University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Tennessee Technological University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Tennessee Technological University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Tennessee Technological University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Tennessee Technological University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Tennessee Technological University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Tennessee Technological University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Tennessee Technological University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Tennessee Technological University.

Does Tennessee Technological University accept transfer credits?

✅ Tennessee Technological University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Tennessee Technological University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Tennessee Technological University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Tennessee Technological University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Tennessee Technological University?

✅ Tennessee Technological University is not test optional.

What is Tennessee Technological University's acceptance rate?

✅ Tennessee Technological University has an acceptance rate of 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Tennessee Technological University?

❌ Tennessee Technological University does not offer early decision.

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