Best Philosophy Schools in Tennessee

Tennessee has 4 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 21 recent graduates. Graduates earn $29,559 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $29,380.

4
Schools in TN
$29,559
TN Avg. Earnings
$29,380
National Avg.
147
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Tennessee

Public Schools (3)
$25,194
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
$38,289
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $13,095 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Philosophy Schools in Tennessee, Ranked by Earnings

#1
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville logo

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · Public

N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 46.0%
#2
Vanderbilt University logo

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN · Private

$38,289
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,978
Graduates: 21
Acceptance: 6.3%
#3
Middle Tennessee State University logo

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN · Public

$26,353
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 68.0%
#4
University of Memphis logo

University of Memphis

Memphis, TN · Public

$24,035
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 93.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Tennessee?
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville ranks #1 for Philosophy in Tennessee with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Tennessee?
Philosophy graduates in Tennessee earn an average of $29,559 within two years of graduation. This is 1% above the national average of $29,380 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Tennessee?
Vanderbilt University is the most selective Philosophy program in Tennessee with an acceptance rate of 6.3%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 53.4%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $38,289 vs $25,194 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

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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.