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Best Music Schools in Tennessee

Tennessee has 13 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 370 recent graduates. Graduates earn $25,657 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $26,832.

School choice matters significantly: Middle Tennessee State University graduates earn $31,314 while Belmont University graduates earn $19,419 — a $11,895 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

13
Schools in TN
$25,657
TN Avg. Earnings
$26,832
National Avg.
286
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Tennessee

Public Schools (8)
$27,346
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (5)
$22,954
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Tennessee produce comparable or higher early earnings for Music graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Music Schools in Tennessee, Ranked by Earnings

#1
M

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN · Public

$31,314
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,416
Graduates: 52
Acceptance: 68.0%
#2
A

Austin Peay State University

Clarksville, TN · Public

$30,366
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $21,711
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 96.0%
#3
T

Tennessee State University

Nashville, TN · Public

$29,685
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 92.6%
#4
U

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN · Public

$27,126
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $26,397
Graduates: 40
Acceptance: 93.4%
#5
T

The University of Tennessee-Martin

Martin, TN · Public

$26,933
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,941
Graduates: 24
Acceptance: 87.3%
#6
T

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · Public

$26,353
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $30,848
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 46.0%
#7
V

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN · Private

$25,596
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $26,788
Graduates: 19
Acceptance: 6.3%
#8
T

Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN · Public

$25,194
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,935
Graduates: 34
Acceptance: 83.2%
#9
L

Lee University

Cleveland, TN · Private

$25,053
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $28,791
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 72.2%
#10
C

Carson-Newman University

Jefferson City, TN · Private

$23,649
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 68.3%
#11
E

East Tennessee State University

Johnson City, TN · Public

$21,798
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $20,614
Graduates: 26
Acceptance: 87.1%
#12
V

Visible Music College

Memphis, TN · Private

$21,052
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 28.7%
#13
B

Belmont University

Nashville, TN · Private

$19,419
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $19,843
Graduates: 115
Acceptance: 96.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Tennessee?
Middle Tennessee State University ranks #1 for Music in Tennessee with median graduate earnings of $31,314 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering Music programs in the state.
How much do Music graduates earn in Tennessee?
Music graduates in Tennessee earn an average of $25,657 within two years of graduation. This is 4% below the national average of $26,832 for this major.
What is the hardest Music school to get into in Tennessee?
Vanderbilt University is the most selective Music program in Tennessee with an acceptance rate of 6.3%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 71.2%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Music in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, private Music programs produce average earnings of $22,954 vs $27,346 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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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.