Accounting at Middle Tennessee State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Middle Tennessee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Middle Tennessee State University graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 64th percentile of all accounting masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Accounting masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State University | $70,094 | $73,438 | — | — |
| Vanderbilt University | $77,802 | $101,813 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $70,078 | $87,842 | — | — |
| Belmont University | $69,471 | $82,836 | — | — |
| Lipscomb University | $66,833 | — | — | — |
| University of Memphis | $66,578 | $82,257 | — | — |
| National Median | $68,090 | — | — | — |
Other Accounting Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $63,946 | $77,802 | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $70,078 | — |
| Belmont University Nashville | $41,320 | $69,471 | — |
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $38,824 | $66,833 | — |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $66,578 | — |
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 Middle Tennessee State University, approximately 31% 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.