Compare 5 Polysomnography. programs in Tennessee. Average earnings: $47,907.
Polysomnography programs produce graduates earning between $36,141 and $56,046—a $20K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Tennessee, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Baptist Health Sciences University's Polysomnography program leads with graduates earning $56,046, well above the state average of $47,907. Tennessee State University follows at $52,705, while East Tennessee State University delivers $48,671—proving specialized healthcare programs thrive at focused institutions rather than just comprehensive universities.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. East Tennessee State University graduates borrow $19,442 and face just a 10.2% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Baptist Health Sciences leads in family affordability despite higher debt, with stronger earnings offsetting the borrowing difference.
Highest program earnings: $56,046
Strong outcomes ($56,046) with 68% acceptance
10.2% payment burden | Good
18.9% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $56,046 | 46 | $29,500 | Manageable | $14,428 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $52,705 | 23 | $27,000 | Manageable | $18,771 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $48,671 | 78 | $19,442 | Good | $16,938 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $45,972 | 9 | $20,000 | Good | $14,229 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $36,141 | 22 | $20,547 | Challenging | $14,710 | 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.
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