At a glance
Average net price
$21,131
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
25.4%
Admission rate
72%
Undergrad size
785
In-state tuition
$29,250
Out-of-state tuition
$29,250
Cost of attendance
$43,776
Median earnings (10y)
$44,367
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 62.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (28%), humanities & arts (23%), social sciences (20%).
- STEM9%
- Health3%
- Business28%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences20%
- Trades & services18%
- Business28.0%~220 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Parks & recreation13.8%~108 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts10.9%~85 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education9.2%~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology9.2%~72 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~26 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- English2.5%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History2.5%~20 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~13 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences1.3%~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication0.8%~7 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science0.4%~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.4%~3 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
23 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 185 | $40,662 | $27,093 |
| Education, General. | Master's | 115 | $40,273 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 95 | — | $19,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 83 | $48,107 | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 65 | — | $24,000 |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 40 | $28,754 | $25,832 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 35 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 31 | $29,042 | $28,500 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master's | 28 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 22 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 20 | $54,653 | $26,744 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Master's | 16 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Tusculum University
Tusculum University is a small institution located in Greeneville, Tennessee, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 785 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Parks & recreation, Liberal arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Tusculum University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,131 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $29,250 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $43,776 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 25.4%, a below-average completion outcome. 62.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $44,367 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Tusculum University confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Parks & recreation, Liberal arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (28% of credentials), humanities & arts (23% of credentials), social sciences (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Tusculum University accepts 72% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Greeneville, Tennessee (town), Tusculum University draws students from across Tennessee and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Tusculum University
Q.How much does Tusculum University cost?
The average net price at Tusculum University is $21,131 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $43,776.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Tusculum University?
Tusculum University has a 6-year graduation rate of 25.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Tusculum University?
Tusculum University admits 72% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Tusculum University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Tusculum University graduate earns $44,367 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Tusculum University?
Published tuition is $29,250 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Tusculum University located?
Tusculum University is located in Greeneville, Tennessee (ZIP 37743).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Tusculum University at their official website.