Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 52.0%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 46.4%
- Retention Rate
- 73.6%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $48,382
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $21,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 12:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 64.2%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $228/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $85,760 | $41,234 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $52,107 | $41,000 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master | $51,829 | $24,250 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $50,499 | $23,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $50,465 | $18,133 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $49,331 | $19,118 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master | $43,798 | |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master | $42,853 | $27,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $42,682 | $21,954 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor | $37,054 | $19,207 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $36,745 | $21,464 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor | $36,110 | $24,861 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor | $35,060 | $26,500 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master | $31,848 | |
| Health and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor | $29,685 | $25,030 |
Outcomes Overview
Carson-Newman graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $21,500, creating monthly payments of $228. Ten years after graduation, the median salary reaches $48,382, meaning loan payments consume about 5.7% of monthly income. This debt-to-income ratio sits below the national average of 10-15% for private college graduates. The 95.7% employment rate reflects the university's strong career services and alumni network throughout Tennessee. Many graduates pursue careers in education, healthcare, and business, fields where Carson-Newman's Christian liberal arts foundation provides solid preparation. With relatively manageable debt and steady earning potential in traditional career paths, the financial return represents an average investment for private college education.