Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 17.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,519
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,595
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 20:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 31.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $102/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. | Associate | $56,776 | $13,444 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $46,673 | |
| Engineering Technology, General. | Associate | $43,128 | |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $41,937 | $14,924 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Associate | $39,369 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $38,289 | |
| Basic Skills and Developmental/Remedial Education. | Associate | $37,856 | |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Certificate | $37,208 | |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Associate | $35,060 | |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Associate | $34,704 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $31,799 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $30,409 | $17,580 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate | $30,409 | |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate | $29,685 | |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services. | Associate | $26,933 |
Outcomes Overview
Nashville State graduates enter the workforce with a median debt of $9,595, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 25% based on their $38,519 median salary after ten years. Monthly loan payments of $102 represent just 3% of typical graduate income. The college's career-focused programs funnel students into Nashville's growing healthcare, hospitality, and skilled trades sectors. With an 89.4% employment rate, most graduates find work quickly in the city's robust job market. However, the 17% six-year graduation rate means many students struggle to complete their programs. The low debt burden and strong local employment opportunities create an average return on investment for those who finish.