Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (11 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
East Tennessee State University
Tennessee Technological University$63,938
Middle Tennessee State University$55,570
University of Memphis$55,105$52,121
Austin Peay State University$53,388
National Median$52,955

Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Tennessee

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville
$10,084$63,938
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro
$9,506$55,570
University of Memphis
Memphis
$10,344$55,105
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville
$8,675$53,388

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 East Tennessee State University, approximately 35% 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.