Race & Ethnicity
Tennessee State University has a diverse student body with 91% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Tennessee State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Tennessee State University has a gender distribution of 65% female students and 35% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
28% of total enrollment
53% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Tennessee State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 64% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 6% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
64%
Traditional Age (18-21)
6%
Non-Traditional (25+)
19%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Tennessee State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 32% in-state residents, 64% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
32% of student body
64% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
40 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
91%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
65%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
6%
Non-Traditional Age