Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (29 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Lipscomb University
Lee University$45,678$34,588$28,9790.63
Middle Tennessee State University$45,074$45,804$29,7230.66
Union University$41,320$38,385
Belmont University$41,245$59,218$29,4380.71
Tennessee State University$37,716$51,110$38,5621.02
National Median$36,340$27,0000.74

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
Lee University
Cleveland
$22,690$45,678$28,979
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro
$9,506$45,074$29,723
Union University
Jackson
$38,450$41,320
Belmont University
Nashville
$41,320$41,245$29,438
Tennessee State University
Nashville
$8,568$37,716$38,562

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 Lipscomb University, approximately 21% 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.