Carson-Newman University
Carson-Newman University's campus is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee. As a smaller university, Carson-Newman fosters a close-knit campus community. Affiliation with the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board shapes the university's values and campus life. Students can choose from a wide variety of academic programs.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Carson-Newman University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 39% of students receive Pell Grants; 52% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $19,537, roughly 44% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $15,134 | $60,536 |
| $30K – $48K | $15,829 | $63,316 |
| $48K – $75K | $17,326 | $69,304 |
| $75K – $110K | $24,387 | $97,548 |
| $110K+ | $25,010 | $100,040 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $34,700 | $138,800 |
Programs at Carson-Newman University
8 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Nursing
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65
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$56,509/yr | High | 3.9x |
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Teacher Education
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51
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$43,685/yr | High | 2.1x |
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Business Administration
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49
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$42,904/yr | High | 2.8x |
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Subject-Area Teaching
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46
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$42,222/yr | High | 2.2x |
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39
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$44,404/yr | High | 2.2x |
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Psychology
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26
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$28,217/yr | High | 1.0x |
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Health & Physical Education
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25
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$25,972/yr | Moderate | 2.5x |
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23
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$28,221/yr | High | 1.0x |
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