The University of Tennessee-Knoxville vs The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga vs Middle Tennessee State University
This page compares The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, and Middle Tennessee State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Tennessee. The University of Tennessee-Knoxville has the largest enrollment (30,418). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville ($60,249). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | Middle Tennessee State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $13,812 | $10,448 | $10,266 |
| Average net price | $18,976 | $14,265 | $13,359 |
| Median student debt | $20,500 | $19,500 | $20,000 |
| Enrollment | 30,418 | 10,074 | 16,301 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 73.9% | 50.2% | 53.7% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $47,782 | $42,209 | $39,941 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $60,249 | $51,151 | $48,541 |
| Admission rate | 41.6% | 81.1% | 69.1% |
| Average SAT score | 1,311 | 1,147 | 1,121 |