Cheapest Computer Engineering Colleges in Tennessee

Christian Brothers University delivers the state's most affordable Computer Engineering program at $10,896 net cost, undercutting public options by nearly $2,000. Tennessee's automotive manufacturing sector, including Nissan and General Motors facilities, creates strong demand for embedded systems engineers. The price gap between most affordable and most expensive programs reaches $14,714, with Tennessee Technological University graduates earning $63,005 annually despite moderate costs.

Programs

$10,896 – $25,610

Net Price Range

$59,120

Avg. Program Earnings

62.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Computer Engineering Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Christian Brothers University Memphis, Tennessee	$10,896	$37,300	56.0%	87.5%
2	The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, Tennessee	$12,817	$10,144	53.1%	82.7%
3	University of Memphis Memphis, Tennessee	$13,253	$10,344	49.4%	94.6%
4	Tennessee Technological University Cookeville, Tennessee	$14,207	$10,084	54.2%	78.1%
5	Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, Tennessee	$14,459	$29,790	54.8%	70.9%
6	The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville, Tennessee	$18,109	$13,484	73.5%	68.4%
7	Vanderbilt University Nashville, Tennessee	$19,040	$63,946	92.7%	6.7%
8	Lipscomb University Nashville, Tennessee	$25,610	$38,824	68.7%	71.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Christian Brothers University so affordable for Computer Engineering?

CBU's net cost of $10,896 comes from substantial financial aid that reduces the $37,300 sticker price by over 70%. The private university accepts 87% of applicants while maintaining a 56% graduation rate.

How do Tennessee Tech graduates compare in earnings?

Tennessee Tech Computer Engineering graduates earn $63,005 annually, the highest among Tennessee programs with available data. This represents a strong return on investment given the $14,207 net cost and 54% graduation rate.

Does Vanderbilt's selectivity justify the higher costs?

Vanderbilt accepts just 6.67% of applicants and achieves a 92.7% graduation rate, but costs $19,040 net after aid. The $8,144 premium over Christian Brothers reflects the competitive admissions and completion outcomes.

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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.