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Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN, United States
Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
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At Tennessee Technological University, students from families earning up to $30,000 paid an average of $13,100 a year after grants, against $22,592 for families earning over $110,000.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
Average annual cost after grants
$16,830
$3,086 below the median for 4-year colleges ($19,916).
| Family income | Average annual cost |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $13,100 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $13,392 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $14,530 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $19,673 |
| Over $110,000 | $22,592 |
Average yearly cost of attendance minus grants and scholarships for full-time, first-time undergraduates who received federal aid. Loans are not subtracted.
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Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
The published cost of attendance also covers transport and personal expenses. Out-of-state students at public colleges pay the out-of-state tuition.
Source: U.S. College Scorecard, 2025
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Profile closeness92/100
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Memphis, TN
Graduation rate 53%, close to 56%
Profile closeness85/100
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Murfreesboro, TN
Graduation rate 54%, close to 56%
Profile closeness84/100
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Nashville, TN
Acceptance rate 70%, close to 76%
Profile closeness70/100
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Clarksville, TN
Enrollment 7,560 students, close to 8,698
Profile closeness69/100
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Knoxville, TN
Average net price $18,314, close to $16,830
Profile closeness57/100
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
Graduation rate 55%, close to 56%
Profile closeness97/100
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Jonesboro, AR
Graduation rate 58%, close to 56%
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