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East Tennessee State University (ETSU) · Johnson City, Tennessee · Public university

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NCAA ISouthern Conference
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Acceptance rate86%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate53%finish within six years
Undergraduates13,728Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty15 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

East Tennessee State University Football coaches

Coaches at East Tennessee State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Will HealyHead Coach
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William OdleAssistant to the Head Coach
Brian BlackmonOffensive Coordinator - Tight Ends
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Athletics

The program

Where East Tennessee State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Southern Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
etsubucs.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 980–1200
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Managerial Economics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
15 : 1
Graduation rate
53% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Tennessee residents$8,120
Out-of-state tuition$11,630
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$16,286
Campus

Where it is

East Tennessee State University in Johnson City.

Location
Johnson City, Tennessee
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
etsu.edu
Overview

About East Tennessee State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Will Healy, the Head Coach, leads the East Tennessee State University Football staff of 25 coaches, verified June 2026. East Tennessee State University (ETSU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Southern Conference. East Tennessee State University is a large public school in Johnson City, Tennessee with 13,728 undergraduates, a 86% acceptance rate and an average net price of $16,286 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by East Tennessee State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Will Healy, the Head Coach and Brian Blackmon, the Offensive Coordinator - Tight Ends. East Tennessee State University has 25 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Will can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at East Tennessee State University typically score 980–1200 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the East Tennessee State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

East Tennessee State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is East Tennessee State University D1?

Yes. East Tennessee State University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Southern Conference.

Is East Tennessee State University public or private?

East Tennessee State University is a public school in Johnson City, Tennessee.

What conference is East Tennessee State University Football in?

The Southern Conference.

Does East Tennessee State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

East Tennessee State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does East Tennessee State University Football have?

25 coaches, led by Will Healy, the Head Coach.

How much does East Tennessee State University cost?

In-state tuition is $8,120 and out-of-state tuition is $11,630 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $16,286.

What is the East Tennessee State University acceptance rate?

86% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for East Tennessee State University?

Admitted students typically score 980–1200 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the East Tennessee State University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026