Fine and Studio Arts at Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree
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
Fine and Studio Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State University | $22,714* | $38,360 | $24,760* | — |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $29,084* | $36,484 | $24,760* | 0.85 |
| Lee University | $26,598* | — | $29,750* | 1.12 |
| University of Memphis | $26,451* | $31,494 | $28,850* | 1.09 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $23,661* | $32,233 | $27,000* | 1.14 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $21,766* | $41,212 | $25,000* | 1.15 |
| National Median | $24,742* | — | $25,295* | 1.02 |
Other Fine and Studio Arts Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $29,084 | $24,760 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $22,690 | $26,598 | $29,750 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $26,451 | $28,850 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $23,661 | $27,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $21,766 | $25,000 |
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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in TN. Actual outcomes may vary.