Computer Science at The University of Tennessee-Martin
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The University of Tennessee-Martin graduates compare to all programs nationally
The University of Tennessee-Martin graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all computer science bachelors 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
Computer Science bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Martin | $46,710 | $64,426 | $23,086* | — |
| Vanderbilt University | $122,244 | $164,139 | $14,500* | 0.12 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $70,193 | $90,584 | $16,750* | 0.24 |
| Tennessee Technological University | $63,180 | $78,615 | $18,605* | 0.29 |
| Rhodes College | $60,225 | — | $25,982* | 0.43 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $59,567 | $77,869 | $25,125* | 0.42 |
| National Median | $70,950 | — | $23,374* | 0.33 |
Other Computer Science Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $63,946 | $122,244 | $14,500 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $13,484 | $70,193 | $16,750 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $10,084 | $63,180 | $18,605 |
| Rhodes College Memphis | $54,892 | $60,225 | $25,982 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $59,567 | $25,125 |
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 The University of Tennessee-Martin, approximately 34% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.