Psychology at Tennessee State University

Doctoral Degree

Location: Nashville, TN•In-State Tuition: $8,568•Out-of-State Tuition: $22,284•Admission Rate: 93%•Avg SAT: 1017
Median Earnings (1yr)
$61,060
12th percentile
Sample Size
17
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Tennessee State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Tennessee State University graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 12th percentile of all psychology doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (5 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Tennessee State University$61,060———
National Median$75,570———

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.