Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Carson-Newman University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 40th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TN wage index 0.84). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Carson-Newman University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $56,509 | $70,769 | -20% | #942 of 966 | #899 | $23,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services | — | $64,634 | -15% | #624 of 796 | #493 | $21,954 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $42,904 | $64,503 | -5% | #605 of 1176 | #387 | $21,464 |
| Psychology | — | $49,609 | -2% | #7 of 9 | #5 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | $28,221 | $46,614 | -17% | #537 of 660 | #444 | $19,235 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $42,222 | $45,780 | -11% | #296 of 345 | #253 | $24,861 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $44,404 | — | — | — | — | $19,207 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $25,972 | $44,311 | -19% | #557 of 610 | #488 | $25,030 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | — | $43,115 | +4% | #28 of 45 | #24 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $43,685 | $42,340 | -11% | #593 of 680 | #526 | $26,500 |
| Psychology | $28,217 | $37,992 | -25% | #1000 of 1027 | #972 | $25,125 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Carson-Newman University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $310,144
- Avg rent near campus: $1,008/mo — vs ~$495/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37813 (5.7% cap, Morristown)
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🏆 Where Carson-Newman University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $32,900 | $32,900 |
| Room | $4,457 | |
| Board | $6,050 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $50,543 | $50,543 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Carson-Newman University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology