Tennessee's 23 nursing programs produce graduates with median earnings of $51,001, though program earnings for nursing degrees specifically range from $49,840 to $73,580. This $23,740 earnings spread demonstrates how program selection significantly impacts healthcare career trajectories and long-term earning potential.
Leading the list is King University, achieving the highest program earnings at $73,580. Bethel University follows closely with $71,315, while Lee University rounds out the top tier at $67,930. These top-performing BSN programs demonstrate strong graduate outcomes that position nurses for leadership roles in Tennessee's healthcare system.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Memphis, TN | $92,007 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,466 | 86.7% | 54.7% | |
| #2 | Collegedale, TN | $83,525 Median Nursing Earnings | $19,123 | 65.5% | 49.4% | |
| #3 | King UniversityPrivate | Bristol, TN | $83,010 Median Nursing Earnings | $22,696 | 99.7% | 47.9% |
| #4 | Milligan UniversityPrivate | Milligan, TN | $82,961 Median Nursing Earnings | $15,118 | 72.3% | 63.4% |
| #5 | Memphis, TN | $82,135 Median Nursing Earnings | $6,354 | 82.0% | 39.8% | |
| #6 | Bethel UniversityPrivate | Mckenzie, TN | $80,794 Median Nursing Earnings | $11,871 | 60.2% | 35.0% |
| #7 | Memphis, TN | $80,055 Median Nursing Earnings | — | — | — | |
| #8 | Lincoln Memorial UniversityPrivate | Harrogate, TN | $79,561 Median Nursing Earnings | $15,644 | 62.6% | 49.7% |
| #9 | Belmont UniversityPrivate | Nashville, TN | $79,069 Median Nursing Earnings | $22,950 | 95.3% | 70.7% |
| #10 | Cumberland UniversityPrivate | Lebanon, TN | $78,954 Median Nursing Earnings | $17,882 | 67.3% | 45.6% |
| #11 | Chattanooga, TN | $77,838 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,876 | 81.1% | 50.2% | |
| #12 | Knoxville, TN | $77,118 Median Nursing Earnings | $10,029 | 41.6% | 73.9% | |
| #13 | Martin, TN | $77,092 Median Nursing Earnings | $7,151 | 88.2% | 52.5% | |
| #14 | University Of MemphisPublic | Memphis, TN | $75,444 Median Nursing Earnings | $10,607 | 72.0% | 50.9% |
| #15 | Murfreesboro, TN | $75,061 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,289 | 69.1% | 53.7% | |
| #16 | Johnson City, TN | $74,311 Median Nursing Earnings | $12,433 | 86.2% | 53.2% | |
| #17 | Lipscomb UniversityPrivate | Nashville, TN | $74,051 Median Nursing Earnings | $20,048 | 67.7% | 72.2% |
| #18 | Clarksville, TN | $73,564 Median Nursing Earnings | $7,588 | 96.4% | 40.2% | |
| #19 | Union UniversityPrivate | Jackson, TN | $72,824 Median Nursing Earnings | $25,839 | 60.4% | 66.0% |
| #20 | Cookeville, TN | $71,762 Median Nursing Earnings | $9,815 | 76.1% | 57.7% |
