East Tennessee State University

East Tennessee State University is a fully accredited, public institution and member of the Tennessee Board of Regents universities. The faculty, staff and students take pride in creating an extended family and learning environment responsive to the university’s mission of educating students to become responsible, enlightened and productive citizens. There are 645 instructional full-time faculty members, and over 75 percent hold terminal degrees. The student to faculty ratio is 20:1 in undergraduate classes.

ETSU offers a four-year bluegrass and country music degree program, the nation’s only master’s in storytelling program, and centers of excellence in Appalachian studies and services and advanced visualization laboratory. The astronomy observatory and main library, ample computer access across the campus and in dormitories, and multimedia classrooms ensure access to modern teaching and research facilities. A wide variety of intercollegiate, intramural and recreational sports activities are also available.

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  Main Campus

  Johnson City, Tennessee, United States

  5,000 - 20,000 on Campus

  <100,000 residents in Johnson City

  Language(s) spoken on campus: English

  ETSU is located along the western edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Johnson City, Tennessee. The Tri-Cities (Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol) area is consistently rated by national publications as one of the most desirable places to live, as well as one of the safest regions in the United States. Just minutes from the beautiful 350-acre campus you will encounter Tennessee Valley Authority lakes, the Appalachian Trail, ski slopes, mountain rivers, and abundant opportunities for outdoor activities and historical site visits.

  ETSU has an International Success Specialist, Brittany Brooks, who can help provide information on airport pickup options and host family programs. We highly encourage contacting Brittany several months before departure, as these programs are first-come-first-serve: BROOKSBL@etsu.edu

  https://www.etsu.edu/honors/international/new-students.php and click the "International Student Success Tab"