Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Tennessee State University
Master's Degree
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How Tennessee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State University | $51,545 | $53,270 | +3% |
| California State University-East Bay | $74,772 | $88,655 | +19% |
| University of Memphis | $58,046 | $58,865 | +1% |
| The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | $52,331 | $57,822 | +10% |
| East Tennessee State University | $49,976 | $53,670 | +7% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (6 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tennessee State UniversityNashville | $8,568 | $51,545 | $53,270 | — | — |
 Vanderbilt UniversityNashville | $63,946 | $60,970 | — | — | — |
 University of MemphisMemphis | $10,344 | $58,046 | $58,865 | — | — |
 The University of Tennessee Health Science CenterMemphis | — | $52,331 | $57,822 | — | — |
 East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City | $9,950 | $49,976 | $53,670 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with communication disorders sciences and services graduates
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 Tennessee State University, approximately 52% 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.