Test-optional colleges in Tennessee
These colleges told the U.S. Department of Education that SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission (College Scorecard, 2024–25). Policies change and can differ for international applicants, scholarships or specific programs, so confirm on each college's admissions page.
Colleges (28)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay State University | Considered but not required | 843–1126 | 18–24 |
| Belmont University | Considered but not required | 1160–1350 | 24–30 |
| Bethel University | Considered but not required | 830–1120 | 15–21 |
| Carson-Newman University | Considered but not required | 955–1215 | 19–25 |
| Christian Brothers University | Considered but not required | 1020–1380 | 19–24 |
| Cumberland University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| East Tennessee State University | Considered but not required | 980–1200 | 19–26 |
| Fisk University | Considered but not required | 1140–1510 | 19–24 |
| Freed-Hardeman University | Considered but not required | 952–1087 | 19–26 |
| Johnson University | Considered but not required | 960–1110 | 18–24 |
| King University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Le Moyne-Owen College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Lee University | Considered but not required | 1040–1230 | 20–27 |
| Lincoln Memorial University | Considered but not required | 1000–1210 | 18–24 |
| Lipscomb University | Considered but not required | 1160–1380 | 23–30 |
| Maryville College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Milligan University | Considered but not required | 1133–1268 | 22–27 |
| Nossi College of Art and Design | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Rhodes College | Considered but not required | 1300–1486 | 26–32 |
| Southern Adventist University | Considered but not required | 1020–1300 | 19–25 |
| Tennessee Technological University | Considered but not required | 1048–1310 | 20–27 |
| Tennessee Wesleyan University | Considered but not required | — | 19–23 |
| The University of the South | Considered but not required | 1260–1390 | 27–31 |
| Trevecca Nazarene University | Considered but not required | 980–1235 | 18–24 |
| Tusculum University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Union University | Considered but not required | 1160–1390 | 22–30 |
| Vanderbilt University | Considered but not required | 1500–1570 | 34–35 |
| Visible Music College | Considered but not required | — | 19–30 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in Tennessee · SAT guide · ACT guide