Median Earnings (1yr)
$44,513
5th percentile (40th in TN)
Sample Size
132
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Tusculum University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Tusculum University graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all education masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (14 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Tusculum University$44,513
University of Memphis$63,655
Christian Brothers University$54,632$57,932
Cumberland University$50,607$48,710
Bethel University$49,949$48,220
Austin Peay State University$48,419$51,487
National Median$56,157

Other Education Programs in Tennessee

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of Memphis
Memphis
$10,344$63,655
Christian Brothers University
Memphis
$37,300$54,632
Cumberland University
Lebanon
$27,840$50,607
Bethel University
McKenzie
$18,168$49,949
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville
$8,675$48,419

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 Tusculum University, approximately 45% 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.