Computer Science at Tennessee State University
If you are interested in studying Computer Science, take a look at what Tennessee State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Tennessee State University is in Nashville, TN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 30 computer science degrees were awarded at Tennessee State University.
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Studying Online at Tennessee State University
Distance learning is available at Tennessee State University. Of 6,310 students, 490 (8%) studied exclusively online and 2,714 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Computer Science Rankings at Tennessee State University
Use these rankings to compare Tennessee State University’s Computer Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #4 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #11 of 11 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 111 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #108 of 111 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #287 of 635 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #630 of 637 |
Earnings for Computer Science Graduates from Tennessee State University
Graduates of Tennessee State University’s Computer Science program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,421 |
| 2 years | $42,728 |
| 4 years | $57,048 |
| 5 years | $61,218 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Computer Science graduates from Tennessee State University report median earnings of $57,048, compared with $49,692 for all Tennessee State University graduates — about 15% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Computer Science graduates from Tennessee State University is $27,724.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Computer Science graduates at Tennessee State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Computer Science graduates at Tennessee State University are 43% women (13) and 57% men (17).
Computer Science Bachelor’s Program at Tennessee State University
Among the 23 bachelor’s computer science degrees awarded at Tennessee State University, 39% were women (9) and 61% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Tennessee State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 91% of Computer Science bachelor’s degree recipients at Tennessee State University, above the national average of 47%.*
Computer Science Master’s Program at Tennessee State University
Of the 7 master’s computer science degrees awarded at Tennessee State University, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Tennessee State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 14% of Computer Science master’s degree recipients at Tennessee State University, above the national average of 12%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Computer Science Concentrations at Tennessee State University
The Computer Science program at Tennessee State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Computer Science | 30 |
Top-Paying Careers for Computer Science Graduates
Those who complete Computer Science program at Tennessee State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Computer Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $175,079 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $159,837 |
| Database Architects | $148,480 |
| Document Management Specialists | $147,490 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Web Developers | $125,527 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Blockchain Engineers | $123,667 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.