Student Outcomes
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $66,318
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $12,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 7:1
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $133/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Master | $198,793 | |
| Dentistry. | Doctoral | $121,046 | $250,824 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $116,509 | $138,945 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $112,660 | $70,335 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $92,277 | $92,386 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $76,460 | $31,255 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $69,775 | $61,500 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master | $69,710 | $60,841 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Doctoral | $69,338 | $106,100 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $68,778 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $61,814 | $18,000 |
| Medicine. | Doctoral | $54,129 | $190,581 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Master | $53,358 | $41,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $52,107 | |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $44,737 | $15,000 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $67,269 one year after completing their programs, jumping to $113,355 after five years. The debt-to-earnings ratio sits at just 18.5%, well below the federal benchmark of 30% for manageable student debt. Monthly loan payments of $133 represent only 2.4% of typical first-year income, making repayment comfortable for most graduates. The 98.8% employment rate reflects strong demand for healthcare professionals, particularly in nursing, pharmacy, and allied health fields where Tennessee faces workforce shortages. Graduates typically enter high-demand medical careers with clear advancement paths and salary growth potential. This represents a strong return on investment for healthcare-focused students.