Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Carson-Newman University
Associate's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carson-Newman University | — | — | $12,000 | — |
| Austin Peay State University | $30,708 | $37,417 | $17,500 | 0.57 |
| Nashville State Community College | $29,280 | $38,052 | $13,309 | 0.45 |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College | $28,980 | $32,601 | $8,750 | 0.30 |
| Jackson State Community College | $27,378 | $31,336 | $5,500 | 0.20 |
| Motlow State Community College | $26,915 | $35,213 | $5,500 | 0.20 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $8,675 | $30,708 | $17,500 |
| Nashville State Community College Nashville | $4,498 | $29,280 | $13,309 |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College Memphis | $4,550 | $28,980 | $8,750 |
| Jackson State Community College Jackson | $4,516 | $27,378 | $5,500 |
| Motlow State Community College Tullahoma | $4,536 | $26,915 | $5,500 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Carson-Newman University, approximately 39% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.