Best History Schools in Tennessee

Tennessee has 13 colleges offering History programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 318 recent graduates. Graduates earn $29,266 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $30,243.

School choice matters significantly: Vanderbilt University graduates earn $33,993 while Lipscomb University graduates earn $21,508 — a $12,485 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in TN

$29,266

TN Avg. Earnings

$30,243

National Avg.

607

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: History in Tennessee

Public Schools (8)

$29,256

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$29,281

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $25 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

History Schools in Tennessee, Ranked by Earnings

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,458

Graduates: 19

Acceptance: 6.3%

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · Public

$28,816

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,567

Graduates: 57

Acceptance: 46.0%

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN · Public

$30,771

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,251

Graduates: 59

Acceptance: 68.0%

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN · Public

$26,739

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,558

Graduates: 26

Acceptance: 77.0%

The University of Tennessee-Martin

Martin, TN · Public

$25,281

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,318

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 87.3%

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,861

Graduates: 48

Acceptance: 93.4%

Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN · Public

$24,035

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $24,768

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 83.2%

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN · Public

$32,213

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $21,920

Graduates: 41

Acceptance: 87.1%

Lee University

Cleveland, TN · Private

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, TN · Public

$36,938

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $31,092

Graduates: 33

Acceptance: 96.0%

#11

The University of the South

Sewanee, TN · Private

Rhodes College

Memphis, TN · Private

Lipscomb University

Nashville, TN · Private

$21,508

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 66.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for History in Tennessee?

Vanderbilt University ranks #1 for History in Tennessee with median graduate earnings of $33,993 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering History programs in the state.

How much do History graduates earn in Tennessee?

History graduates in Tennessee earn an average of $29,266 within two years of graduation. This is 3% below the national average of $30,243 for this major.

What is the hardest History school to get into in Tennessee?

Vanderbilt University is the most selective History program in Tennessee with an acceptance rate of 6.3%. The average acceptance rate across History programs in the state is 68.0%.

Should I attend a public or private school for History in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, private History programs produce average earnings of $29,281 vs $29,256 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 8 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Tennessee

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,457 Chemical Engineering $66,750 Engineering, General $62,877 Computer Science $59,925 Computer Engineering $59,120 Civil Engineering $58,536 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $57,018 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $56,708

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.