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Tennessee Technological University vs The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Tennessee Technological University The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 76% 81%
SAT range (mid 50%) 1,048-1,310 1,013-1,210
ACT range (mid 50%) 20-27 20-26
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $14,246 $14,265
Sticker cost of attendance $25,663 $25,489
Graduation rate 58% 50%
Retention rate 78% 73%
Undergraduates 8,698 10,074
Student-faculty ratio 16:1 18:1
Setting Cookeville, TN Chattanooga, TN
Type Public Public
Application fee n/a $30
Test policy n/a Required

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the cycle.

Common questions

Is Tennessee Technological University or The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga harder to get into?

Tennessee Technological University is more selective, with a 76% acceptance rate versus 81% at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Tennessee Technological University or The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga?

Tennessee Technological University has the lower average net price ($14,246 versus $14,265). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.