Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) was founded in 1911 and has grown to become the second largest university in the state of Tennessee. Since its founding, it has strived to foster a student-centered environment that is conducive to lifelong learning, personal development, and success. Located in Murfreesboro, MTSU offers a safe and friendly campus that is the university of choice for over 28,000 students, including over 1,500 international students representing more than 85 countries. The campus offers a very diverse student population and continues to expand its reach internationally. Just 30 minutes south of Nashville, MTSU allows students to access a vast network of industry professionals and cultural experiences. Academically over 300 programs of study are offered at the bachelor, masters, and doctoral levels.