True Decision 2022–23 MTSU In-State Freshmen

TRUE DECISION

IN-STATE FRESHMEN

TRUE SUCCESS

Step out on your own and pursue your passions at MTSU. When you choose True Blue, you’ll get access to the newest equipment, labs, and buildings; hands-on learning experiences inside and outside the classroom; and research opportunities as an undergrad. MTSU can put you on the path for the brightest future at an affordable cost.

200+ courses with free tutoring $220M in financial assistance countries available for study abroad 65 student to faculty ratio 16:1

college bargain in Tennessee No.1 30

miles from Nashville degree programs

180+ in our 8 undergraduate colleges

Join a vibrant academic community in the heart of Tennessee ranked among the best colleges in the U.S. by The Princeton Review. Our beautiful 515-acre MTSU campus boasts more than $1 billion in construction in recent years, including a cutting-edge Science Corridor of Innovation, a classroom building tailored to Behavioral and Health Sciences, and a brand new home for Concrete and Construction Management. Murfreesboro, an ever-expanding city of 147,000, ranks among the nation’s 15 fastest-growing large cities and is part of the booming Nashville metro area. MTSU draws students from all 95 Tennessee counties, almost every state, and 67 countries. And our tuition remains the lowest of the state’s three largest universities.

TRUE VALUE

90% of MTSU students receive financial assistance

Get the benefits of low tuition and high academic value. mtsu.edu/scholarships

Freshman Guaranteed Scholarships

• Submit all application materials to MTSU by Dec. 1

• 3.5+ GPA and 23+ ACT (1130+ SAT Critical Reading + Math)

Other Freshman Scholarships

Buchanan Fellowship

• Application due Dec. 1 mtsu.edu/honors

• Highest award given to MTSU freshmen

• Limited to 20 students per year

• Full tuition waiver for four years, book allowance, special seminars, priority registration, priority consideration for study abroad, and much more

DREAM Scholarship

• Application at mtsu.edu/scholarships

• HOPE Lottery Scholarship-eligible freshmen

• To help build a diverse student body

• $2,000 per academic year

In-State Fees

Average expenses are shown below, with an estimated cost per semester; other fees may apply.

Foundation and Departmental Scholarships

• 700 endowed and other scholarships

• Awarded annually to 2,000 students

• Sponsored by academic and administrative departments

HOPE Lottery Scholarships

• $4,500 for freshman year

• Minimum 21 ACT/1060 SAT or 3.0 GPA

Choose #TrueBlue

We offer a wide variety of ways to help you go from unsure to unstoppable, including an academic advisor who knows you personally. Many MTSU majors are ranked among the truly best programs in the nation, from Accounting to Aerospace to Animation, Concrete Industry to Entrepreneurship to Horse Science, and Industrial/Organizational Psychology to Music Business and Recording Industry.

For a complete program list, scan the QR code or go to mtsu.edu/programs.

515 200+ student organizations 92% classes with 40 students or fewer

For a complete list of fees, go to mtsu.edu/tuition acres of scenic park-like campus

16 living-learning communities

TRUE STEPS

Find out how you would fit in at MTSU! Envision your career as a communicator, personal trainer, aviator, or hundreds of other possibilities. Start with a virtual tour and contact your counselor via mtsu.edu/visit. Learn about our innovative science labs, liberal arts lineup, and highly ranked business, education, health, and media programs. See what being True Blue is all about.

Guided Tours

• Available on weekdays during t he academic year

• Select Saturday dates

• Ask any questions Reserve your spot at mtsu.edu/tours

Self-Guided Tours

Obtain your own self-guided tour document at mtsu.edu/tours, and park at the Student Services and Admissions Center, 1860 Blue Raider Drive.

Virtual Events

• Interactive map

• Virtual campus tour —and more at mtsu.edu/visit

Checklist: Dates and Deadlines

August 1: MTSU application available for Fall 2023

October 1: FAFSA and Foundation scholarships open online

December 1: Guaranteed freshman scholarship deadline

February 1: FAFSA priority deadline (fafsa.gov)

March: Sign up for CUSTOMS (mtsu.edu/customs)

May 1: Scholarship acceptance deadline

I AM TRUE BLUE

GUARANTEED ADMISSION

First-Time Freshmen

Complete college preparatory courses and have ONE of the following:

• 3.0+ GPA or

• ACT composite score of 22+ (SAT 1100+) or

• 2.7+ GPA and ACT score of 19+ (SAT 990+)

Admission by Holistic Review

• If you don’t meet guaranteed admission, complete the additional personal statement questions on the application.

• Your academic performance, standardized test scores, special interests and skills, and other nonacademic factors will be considered

Questions? Contact Admissions: 615-898-2233 or admissions@mtsu.edu

0922-1073 / Middle Tennessee State University does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs, and activities sponsored by MTSU. The Assistant to the President for Institutional Equity and Compliance has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and can be reached at Cope Administration Building 116, 1301 East Main Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37132; Christy. Sigler@mtsu.edu; or 615-898-2185. The MTSU policy on non-discrimination can be found at mtsu.edu/iec.

APPLY NOW!

3,000 freshmen

2,000 transfers incoming students a year

• Fill out application and pay $25 nonrefundable application fee at mtsu.edu/apply.

• Have official high school and college, technical school, and GED (if applicable) transcripts sent to

MTSU Office of Admissions

Student Services and Admissions Center, Room 120 1301 E. Main St. Murfreesboro, TN 37132

• Submit official ACT or SAT scores if under age 21 (must be on high school transcripts or be sent directly from testing agency)

MTSU School Code: 3994