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Belmont University

Private nonprofit Nashville, TN · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
71%
Graduation Rate
$55,930
Earnings (10yr)
$33,147
Net Price
95%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

With around 7,137 students, Belmont University in Nashville, TN, is particularly well-suited for those drawn to the arts and health professions. The acceptance rate of 95% suggests that the university values inclusivity and is open to a diverse range of applicants. Students can dive into engaging programs like Visual & Performing Arts, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Communications, and Biology & Biomedical fields. This variety allows students to tailor their education to their passions and career goals.

Looking at life after graduation, alumni earn an average of $55,930 within ten years, which can be a solid benchmark for students considering their return on investment. While we don’t have mobility rates, the earnings indicate that many graduates find stable positions in their fields. Affordability is also a factor; the net price after aid stands at $33,147, which helps students manage costs effectively.

In terms of financials, graduates leave with a median debt of $20,500, a manageable amount that reflects the university's commitment to making education accessible. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds and are passionate about the programs they choose. This supportive environment, combined with practical academic paths, sets many on a positive trajectory for their careers.

Rankings

How Belmont Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation71%Earnings 10yr$56KNet Price$33KRetention87%Median Debt$21KPell Grant Rate21%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$23K$0-30K$25K$30-48K$28K$48-75K$44K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%291.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1980.5%MOBILITY57.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$42,540
In-State Tuition
$42,540
Out-of-State
$33,147
Avg Net Price
$20,500
Median Debt
21%
Pell Grant Rate
34%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$22,950
Family Income $0–$30K
$24,723
Family Income $30K–$48K
$28,009
Family Income $48K–$75K
$43,606
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$42,770
6 Years After Entry
$50,319
8 Years
$55,930
10 Years
0.37x
Debt-to-Earnings
67%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$42,770 6yr $50,319 8yr $55,930 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

57.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1980.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
291.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$116,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.80
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 95%
Retention Rate 87%
SAT Average 1280
ACT Midpoint 27
SAT Range 1160–1350
ACT Range 24–30
Full-Time Faculty 64%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,550
Diversity Index 0.47
First-Gen Students 16%

Top Programs

Visual & Performing Arts 43%
Health Professions 12%
Business & Marketing 10%
Communications 4%
Biology & Biomedical 4%
Psychology 3%
Education 3%
Social Sciences 2%