by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Middle Tennessee State University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
In the most recent reported year, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Middle Tennessee State University came in at $10,266 annually. For students from out of state the figure was $31,574. That spread is what residency saves an in-state student.
Of those figures, the required fees added up to $2,062 in-state and $2,062 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,204 | $29,512 |
| Fees | $2,062 | $2,062 |
| Total | $10,266 | $31,574 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and does not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that lower what they actually pay. The numbers on this page are sticker price.
How much does Middle Tennessee State University cost per credit hour part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the per-credit figures.
To see where that lands, here is how Middle Tennessee State University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In TN | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Middle Tennessee State University sits above the national average.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Check the Middle Tennessee State University Financial Aid page to learn more.
Here’s how tuition at Middle Tennessee State University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $7,344 | $26,376 |
| Two Years Ago | $7,344 | $26,376 |
| One Year Ago | $7,536 | $27,072 |
| Most Recent Year | $8,204 | $29,512 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Middle Tennessee State University has tracked over the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 9.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $34,419 next year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 3.65%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $10,641. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 3.82%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $32,781.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $10,641 | $32,781 |
| In 2 Years | $11,029 | $34,034 |
| In 3 Years | $11,432 | $35,335 |
| In 4 Years | $11,849 | $36,686 |
| In 5 Years | $12,281 | $38,088 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $138,836, or close to $44,951 for in-state students.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For more on the aid available at Middle Tennessee State University, visit the Middle Tennessee State University Financial Aid page.
