by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Carson - Newman worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Carson - Newman is ranked #1,707 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 15% for value). Within Tennessee, it ranks #35 of 67 for value.
Among the majors Carson - Newman offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education & Teaching | #136 of 252 |
| Teacher Education | #136 of 252 |
| Physical Education | #144 of 264 |
| Business Administration / Management | #193 of 457 |
| Sports Management | #209 of 492 |
| Exercise Science | #265 of 547 |
| Early Childhood Education | #274 of 446 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #342 of 620 |
| Health & Physical Education | #373 of 757 |
| Athletic Training | #373 of 757 |
Below is the detailed Carson - Newman value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Carson-Newman University is ranked #19 out of #70 in Tennessee for quality and #35 out of #67 for Tennessee value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Carson - Newman financial aid page to be sure.
Carson-Newman University is ranked #1,707 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Carson-Newman University is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Carson - Newman costs about $21,113. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $84,452 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $48,985 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $20,251 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $21,113 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $84,452 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Carson - Newman net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Carson - Newman degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $195,940 | — | — |
| All Students | $84,452 | #1,707 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $81,004 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $195,940 | — | — |
| All Students | $84,452 | #35 | B+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $81,004 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Carson - Newman shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,134 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,829 |
| $48K–$75K | $17,326 |
| $75K–$110K | $24,387 |
| Over $110K | $25,010 |
About 97% of Carson - Newman undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $22,527 per year. Get more details on the Carson - Newman financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Carson - Newman cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.