Is Austin Peay State University worth it?
Austin Peay State University is a public, four-year institution in Clarksville, Tennessee (midsize city). It awarded 2,649 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in general studies, registered nursing and business administration and management.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,205
Median earnings 4 years after
$52,456
Median earnings 10 years after
$44,301
Average net price
$9,735
Completion rate
40%
Completions (2024)
2,649
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
7,560
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $30,708 | $44,250 | 206 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $31,846 | $45,080 | 184 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $68,235 | $73,564 | 178 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $25,643 | $43,511 | 107 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $36,749 | $53,376 | 100 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Bachelor's | $70,028 | $75,261 | 99 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $35,745 | $48,177 | 96 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $96,782 | $114,522 | 81 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $28,705 | $41,303 | 76 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $38,750 | $55,567 | 70 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $34,384 | $44,152 | 69 |
| Education, General | Master's | $48,419 | $52,820 | 65 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,743 | $46,900 | 64 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $58,060 | $77,125 | 63 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $19,157 | $33,880 | 59 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Associate | 762 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 143 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 94 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General | Bachelor's | 93 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 93 |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's | 89 |
| Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration | Bachelor's | 80 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 70 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration | Master's | 65 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 28% | 4,156 |
| Educational Services | 19% | 2,883 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 1,429 |
| Public Administration | 7% | 1,039 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 983 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 901 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 827 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 723 |
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Sources: federal figures for Austin Peay State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Tennessee. Counts under 10 are not published.
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