Tennessee State University

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Tennessee State University is a world-class university known for academic excellence, incredible students, inspiring faculty, exceptional value and an amazing campus and community. We invite you to learn more about TSU and our academic programs, admissions process, tuition and financial aid, campus visits, student housing and more.
current students
Tennessee State University is dedicated to helping students develop the skills needed for the real world. Our vibrant campus life, leadership opportunities, rigorous academic programs, access to scholarships and student services are just a few of the student services we offer. We are preparing career-ready professionals today for knowledge-based jobs tomorrow. The Tiger legacy continues with you.
parents & families
TSU loves parents! And we encourage you to stay involved with your Tennessee State University student. We strive to make the transition to college and beyond flow as smoothly as possible for everyone. We'll keep you up-to-date on campus happenings through a monthly eNewsletter, a helpful Parent Guide and through many other programs and events. We're here to help you and your student make the most out of your TSU experience.
alumni
At Tennessee State University, our blood runs blue! We enjoy connecting, socializing and sharing news about the great things our alumni are doing across the globe. From our annual Homecoming celebration to donor events and volunteer activities, TSU alumni always find time to celebrate what it means to be a Big Blue Tiger. We welcome you back to campus anytime to rekindle your most memorable experiences.
visitors
Welcome to Tennessee State University, located in the heart of Nashville, one of the nation's most progressive cities! Whether you are here for your first visit, planning a campus tour or returning after many years away, TSU welcomes you to enjoy our facilities, hospitality and our unique history and contributions.
faculty & staff
Tennessee State University is proud to have 1,200 distinguished administrators, faculty and staff members as part of our team. With outstanding reputations for teaching, research and service, these professionals make valuable contributions to our community of scholars and ensure that TSU is a thriving public institution of higher learning.

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Why Choose TSU?

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Welcome to the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at Tennessee State University. Why choose TSU? Because our undergraduate and graduate programs are among the finest. At TSU, you will be involved in both faculty-led and independent experimentation in your choice of 14 different laboratories.

Collaborative Research

We also have a strong collaborative research program that works directly with industry and government agencies to provide the latest research developments that are both state-of-the-art and applied. Most importantly, our undergraduate and graduate programs have full accreditation/approval by professional bodies. And our graduates are highly-employable.

Situated Near Downtown Nashville

Tennessee State University’s Main Campus is located three minutes west of downtown Nashville at 3500 John A. Merritt Blvd., Nashville, TN 37209.

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Seeking Top-Quality Students

The department is very proud of the high quality students that it produces and makes a special effort to provide a friendly and supportive environment. You will be given every opportunity to reach your full potential when you study your degree here. We are seeking committed top-quality undergraduate and graduate students who are interested in obtaining a degree in this exciting field of study.

Industrial Partners

We are also seeking industrial partners who want to hire some of the best engineers in the country and to have access to the latest research developments in the mechanical design, dynamic systems and robotics, manufacturing, and thermal/ fluid systems.