Mathematics at Trevecca Nazarene University

A bachelor's in mathematics from Trevecca comes with an estimated $21,750 in debt—slightly above Tennessee's typical $18,750 for math programs but in line with national norms. With estimated first-year earnings around $51,247 based on four comparable Tennessee programs, the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42 suggests manageable repayment. That's less than half your first year's salary, which most financial advisors would consider reasonable territory.

The challenge is context. Tennessee's math programs show enormous variance—Vanderbilt graduates earn over $100,000 while UT-Knoxville's start at $39,000, both with actual reported data. Trevecca's estimated outcome sits in the middle, tracking with the state median but reflecting peer programs rather than this school's specific track record. The small graduate sample that necessitates these estimates could signal either a boutique program with limited data or inconsistent outcomes year-to-year.

For a private Christian university with a 70% admission rate, these estimated numbers suggest decent value if your child wants personalized attention in a faith-based environment. The math checks out better than many liberal arts degrees at private schools. But if maximizing earning potential is the priority, larger Tennessee publics offer clearer outcome data, and Vanderbilt—though far more selective—demonstrates what's possible at the high end for Tennessee math graduates.