Tennessee State University

Tennessee State University

Academic Programs

  • Architecture
  • Art & Design
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Aviation
  • Business
  • Communication
  • Computer Science
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Finance/Accounting
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Performing Arts
  • Pharmacy
  • Psychology
  • Public health
  • Research
  • Science
  • Social Science
  • Technology
  • Visual Arts

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Distance/online learning
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • Night Class Offerings
  • On-Campus Housing
  • ROTC Program
  • Religious Affiliation
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

First-year Admission Criteria:

We’re excited to welcome new students to our community! To be considered for guaranteed admission, applicants must have:

  • A minimum weighted GPA of 2.5 and an ACT score of at least 19 or an SAT score of 990
  • or
  • 3.2 weighted GPA; no test score considered for admission but required for enrollment
TSU is not test-optional and we do not accept super scores.
  • ACT SCHOOL CODE: 4010
  • SAT SCHOOL CODE: 1803

We understand that standardized tests and GPAs don’t tell the whole story. If you don’t meet these criteria, but believe you have other strengths or experiences that should be considered, applicants may be asked to submit supplemental materials for a more in-depth holistic review.

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Admissions office

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Address

3500 John A. Merritt Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37209, United States of America

Phone number

615-963-5101

Region

South