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Cheapest Business Colleges in Tennessee

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Business education in Tennessee shows a striking cost divide, with Trevecca Nazarene University's $14,459 net price sitting nearly $10,000 below Southern Adventist University's $24,334 annual cost. The University of Tennessee-Knoxville stands out as the only public option, achieving a 73.50% graduation rate while serving Tennessee's growing business sector anchored by major employers like HCA Healthcare and automotive manufacturers. Private colleges dominate this field, with four of the five most affordable programs operating as nonprofit institutions.
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Programs
$14,459 – $24,334
Net Price Range
57.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,459 $29,790 54.8% 70.9%
2 $16,494 $18,900 55.9%
3 $17,999 $26,150 53.9% 78.5%
4 $18,109 $13,484 73.5% 68.4%
5 $24,334 $25,590 51.4% 65.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide price gap between Tennessee's cheapest business programs?

The $9,875 difference between Trevecca Nazarene ($14,459) and Southern Adventist ($24,334) reflects varying institutional aid policies and operational costs. Private colleges like Bryan College keep sticker prices lower at $18,900 compared to competitors charging over $25,000 annually.

How does the public option compare to private alternatives?

UT-Knoxville charges $18,109 net price despite having the lowest in-state tuition at $13,484, indicating higher living costs in the area. The public university also delivers the strongest graduation rate at 73.50%, outperforming all private competitors by at least 17 percentage points.

Where do these schools concentrate geographically?

Four of the five programs operate in different regions, from Dayton in the southeast to Nashville in the center. This geographic spread provides business students access to varied markets, from Nashville's music industry to the automotive corridor near Knoxville.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.