by our College Data Analytics TeamIs ETSU worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
ETSU is ranked #1,396 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Tennessee, it ranks #26 of 67 for value.
Among the majors ETSU offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Surveying Technology/Surveying | #5 of 10 |
| Engineering | #5 of 10 |
| Engineering-Related Technologies | #5 of 10 |
| Pharmacy | #12 of 35 |
| Rehabilitation Science | #12 of 20 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #12 of 20 |
| Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences | #13 of 38 |
| Rhetoric & Composition | #17 of 45 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics & Special Effects | #19 of 65 |
| Other Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | #21 of 63 |
Below is the detailed ETSU value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
East Tennessee State University is ranked #18 out of #70 in Tennessee for quality and #26 out of #67 for Tennessee value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the ETSU financial aid page to be sure.
East Tennessee State University is ranked #1,396 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
East Tennessee State University is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at ETSU costs about $17,722. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $70,886 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $26,849 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,983 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $17,722 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $70,886 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the ETSU net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a ETSU degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $107,396 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,886 | #1,396 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $63,932 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $107,396 | — | — |
| All Students | $70,886 | #26 | C- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $63,932 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at ETSU shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $13,158 |
| $30K–$48K | $13,625 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,944 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,753 |
| Over $110K | $20,907 |
About 84% of ETSU undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $11,795 per year. Get more details on the ETSU financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the ETSU net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.