Best colleges for Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences in Tennessee
Ranked by graduate earnings
East Tennessee State University, Tennessee State University and Roane State Community College award the most Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences degrees and certificates in Tennessee: 80, 43 and 5 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 Tennessee colleges offer Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences and award 183 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences program encompasses a variety of educational paths focused on the science and practice of patient care. This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers in…
Top 4 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tennessee State University Nashville Public · Bachelor's degree | $33,862 | 43 | 34% | — | $29,384 |
| 2 | East Tennessee State University Johnson City Public · Bachelor's degree | $27,196 | 80 | 53% | — | $20,500 |
| 3 | Chattanooga State Community College Chattanooga Public · Associate degree Small program | $36,180 | 10 | 26% | — | $22,513 |
| 4 | Jackson State Community College Jackson Public · Associate degree Small program | $26,242 | 17 | 26% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences degrees in Tennessee
Top 5 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Tennessee State University Johnson City Public | 80 | $27,196 |
| 2 | Tennessee State University Nashville Public | 43 | $33,862 |
| 3 | Roane State Community College Harriman Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 4 | Lipscomb University Nashville Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 5 | Dyersburg State Community College Dyersburg Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 Tennessee colleges offering Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volunteer State Community College | Gallatin | Public | 21 |
| Jackson State Community College | Jackson | Public | 17 |
| Chattanooga State Community College | Chattanooga | Public | 10 |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College | Memphis | Public | 1 |
Common questions
Answers for students comparing Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences programs in Tennessee.
Which Tennessee colleges award the most Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences degrees?+
East Tennessee State University (80 graduates a year), Tennessee State University (43 graduates a year) and Roane State Community College (5 graduates a year) award the most Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences degrees and certificates in Tennessee, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 Tennessee colleges offer Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences.
Which Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences program in Tennessee has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Tennessee State University tops the list at $33,862. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences program?+
The Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences program encompasses a variety of educational paths focused on the science and practice of patient care. This program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers in…
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