Tennessee State University: programs, outcomes and local jobs
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4,848
students enrolled
1,288
degrees and certificates a year
34%
of students complete
College Scorecard
$15,796
average net price a year
Tuition $7,320 in state, $21,036 out of state
$34,160
median earnings, 6 years after entry
$42,730
median earnings, 10 years after entry
90% working
Executive education programs and Career retraining programs listed on its site.
What students study
| Field of study | Share of awards | Awards a year |
|---|---|---|
| Health professions | 20% | 261 |
| Education | 16% | 204 |
| Business & management | 14% | 185 |
| Public administration & social work | 9% | 118 |
| Engineering | 5% | 68 |
AI and data programs
Tennessee State University reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024. A new program with no graduates yet would not appear here.
Job search help near campus
Workforce board: Northern Middle Tennessee Workforce Development Board.
- American Job Center of Tennessee - NashvilleNashville · 615-253-8920 · Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
American Job Centers are free, public career offices.
Similar colleges in Tennessee
- The University of Tennessee-MartinMartin · 4,866 students
- Austin Peay State UniversityClarksville · 7,560 students
- Tennessee Technological UniversityCookeville · 8,698 students
- The University of Tennessee SouthernPulaski · 864 students
- The University of Tennessee Health Science CenterMemphis · 394 students
- East Tennessee State UniversityJohnson City · 10,004 students
Common questions
- How big is Tennessee State University?
- Tennessee State University enrolls about 4,848 students and is a public 4-year institution in Nashville, Tennessee. It awards about 1,288 degrees and certificates a year.
- What is the graduation rate at Tennessee State University?
- 34% of students complete, from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (IPEDS 2023 / Scorecard 2026-06).
- What do Tennessee State University graduates earn?
- Median earnings of students who received federal aid are $34,160 six years after entry and $42,730 ten years after entry, from the College Scorecard.
- Does Tennessee State University offer AI or data science degrees?
- Tennessee State University reported no degrees or certificates in artificial intelligence, data science, data analytics or robotics for 2024 (IPEDS completions). A new program with no graduates yet would not appear.
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