Cheapest Public Health Colleges in Tennessee

Tennessee State University makes Public Health education accessible at just $10,026 net cost, creating a $22,070 gap between the state's cheapest and most expensive programs. The state's healthcare sector, anchored by HCA Healthcare's Nashville headquarters, provides strong career pathways for graduates. Middle Tennessee State University graduates earn $25,194 starting salaries while managing reasonable $27,000 debt loads. With Tennessee's tax-free income policy, Public Health graduates keep more of their earnings while serving communities across the state's growing healthcare infrastructure.

Programs

$10,026 – $32,096

Net Price Range

$28,882

Avg. Program Earnings

54.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Public Health Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Tennessee State University Nashville, Tennessee	$10,026	$8,568	33.0%
2	Christian Brothers University Memphis, Tennessee	$10,896	$37,300	56.0%	87.5%
3	Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro, Tennessee	$12,599	$9,506	54.0%	72.5%
4	Baptist Health Sciences University Memphis, Tennessee	$13,401	$13,846	53.8%	40.9%
5	East Tennessee State University Johnson City, Tennessee	$15,794	$9,950	49.9%	85.3%
6	Johnson University Knoxville, Tennessee	$20,303	$20,318	62.2%	63.2%
7	Southern Adventist University Collegedale, Tennessee	$24,334	$25,590	51.4%	65.8%
8	Belmont University Nashville, Tennessee	$32,096	$41,320	71.7%	96.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Tennessee State University the most affordable Public Health option?

Tennessee State University offers the lowest net cost at $10,026, with in-state tuition of just $8,568. The 33% graduation rate reflects the school's open access mission, making Public Health education available to students who might not qualify elsewhere.

How do earnings compare between Tennessee's Public Health programs?

East Tennessee State University graduates earn the highest starting salaries at $32,569, while Middle Tennessee State University graduates start at $25,194. The $7,375 difference shows how program location and regional healthcare markets affect graduate outcomes.

Does private or public education offer better value for Public Health students?

Public schools dominate affordability with three programs under $16,000 net cost. Private options like Belmont University cost $32,096 but achieve 71.7% graduation rates, nearly double most public programs.

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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.