Compare 5 Business/Commerce, General. programs in Tennessee. Average earnings: $46,307.
The highest-earning Business/Commerce, General. program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $16K earnings gap across 5 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Belmont University's Business/Commerce program leads with graduates earning $55,388, well above the $46,307 average. King University follows at $49,940, while Austin Peay State University delivers $46,376—showing that program quality varies independently of school reputation.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Belmont UniversityPrivate | $55,388 | 40 | $20,500 | Good | $72,092 | High |
| #2 | King UniversityPrivate | $49,940 | 36 | $22,750 | Good | $13,363 | Challenging |
| #3 | $46,376 | 8 | $20,547 | Good | $14,710 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $40,100 | 48 | $20,000 | Manageable | $14,229 | High | |
| #5 | $39,729 | 24 | $27,000 | Challenging | $20,923 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
