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Cheapest Visual and Performing Arts Colleges in Tennessee

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

Visual and Performing Arts, General programs in Tennessee span a $15,311 cost range, from The University of Tennessee-Martin at $10,299 annually to Lipscomb University at $25,610. Graduate earnings vary significantly, with UT-Martin alumni earning $25,194 compared to $16,786 at Tusculum University. Nashville's music industry creates natural career pathways for arts graduates, while Tennessee's lack of state income tax helps stretch those starting salaries further.
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Programs
$10,299 – $25,610
Net Price Range
$20,990
Avg. Program Earnings
48.9%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Visual and Performing Arts, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $10,299 $10,208 54.8% 88.4%
2 $14,879 $29,264 43.6% 60.7%
3 $21,131 $39,350 60.3% 66.7%
4 $22,874 $28,500 30.5% 81.1%
5 $23,508 $34,800 46.4% 60.8%
6 $23,591 $20,350 35.5% 56.7%
7 $24,334 $25,590 51.4% 65.8%
8 $25,610 $38,824 68.7% 71.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge gap between graduate earnings at different Tennessee arts programs?

UT-Martin graduates earn $25,194 annually while Tusculum graduates earn just $16,786, an $8,408 difference. Career services quality, alumni networks, and proximity to major markets like Nashville likely contribute to these disparities.

How do private arts colleges compare to public options in Tennessee?

Private schools average $22,653 in net costs compared to UT-Martin's $10,299 public rate. However, graduation rates at private institutions like Lipscomb (68.7%) often exceed public options, though UT-Martin maintains a solid 54.8% rate.

Where do Visual and Performing Arts graduates find work in Tennessee?

Nashville's music industry employs thousands in recording, production, and performance roles. The state's growing film tax incentives also create opportunities in media production, while tourism and entertainment venues throughout Tennessee hire arts graduates.

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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.