C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
52/100 · earnings-weighted

Trevecca Nazarene University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Nashville, Tennessee 37210
Trevecca Nazarene University campus, Nashville, TN
Trevecca Nazarene University campus, Nashville, TN. Photo: Trevecca Nazarene University, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

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: 55%
Outcomes
B
70/100
Affordability
F
31/100
Resources
C
46/100
Experience
B+
74/100
Prestige
D
39/100

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

3,196
Total Enrollment
55%
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
22.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
70%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Trevecca Nazarene University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$49,378
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,065
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$18,744
Median debt at graduation
53.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,091
Average SAT
32.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th 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 Trevecca Nazarene 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.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$69,533—————
Health and Medical Administrative Services$46,784$62,259+6%#102 of 275#81$18,148
Business Administration, Management and Operations$47,547$62,197-9%#707 of 1176#492$18,750
Computer and Information Sciences$59,514————$18,750
Social Work$30,204$51,512-1%#217 of 420#103$21,000
Psychology$37,019$49,989-1%#510 of 1027#246$18,750
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management—$49,184+2%#20 of 43#14—
Theology and Religious Vocations—$46,332+6%——$22,836
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$42,332-11%#594 of 680#527—
Communication and Media Studies$27,053$36,070-36%#649 of 660#641$20,250

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.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $371,960
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,923/mo — vs ~$550/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37210 (4.0% cap, Nashville)

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🏆 Where Trevecca Nazarene University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
of 13 schools
#14
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
of 21 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,590 $28,590
Room $4,950
Board $5,200
Total Cost (On-Campus) $42,700 $42,700

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
33%
Receive Pell Grants
39%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 239 grads/yr Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 128 grads/yr Physician Assistant 51 grads/yr Psychology, General 46 grads/yr Theology and Religious Vocations, Other 34 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 34 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 31 grads/yr Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling 31 grads/yr Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other 24 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 21 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 18 grads/yr Accounting 17 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 16 grads/yr Library and Information Science 16 grads/yr Information Technology 15 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 13 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 12 grads/yr Music Management 11 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 10 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 10 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Trevecca Nazarene University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

3,196
Total Students
66%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 10%
Black 20%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 7%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 43%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Trevecca Nazarene University?
Trevecca Nazarene University has an acceptance rate of 70%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Trevecca Nazarene University?
Tuition at Trevecca Nazarene University is $28,590 for in-state students and $28,590 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Trevecca Nazarene University?
The graduation rate at Trevecca Nazarene University is 55%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Trevecca Nazarene University a good school?
Trevecca Nazarene University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • 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
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Trevecca Nazarene University?
Trevecca Nazarene University has a total enrollment of 3,196 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology