Computer Science at Nashville State Community College

Nashville, TN · Public · Associate Degree · Computer and Information Sciences, General

a compact campus enrolling 4,931 students in Nashville, TN.

Program Analysis

Nashville State Community College's Computer Science graduates start at $42,160/yr — above the $38,485 national average, though not by a wide margin.

The 49.2x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 69% task exposure — and the 1% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Computer Science graduates.

Ranked #49 out of 109 programs, Nashville State Community College's Computer Science offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.

Computer Science connects to 2 apprenticeship options. The earn-while-you-learn model can be a strong alternative or complement to a certificate program.

71 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
63
Low End
71
Score
73
High End
Earnings $42,160/yr (10% vs median)
AI-Proof Exposed (31% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (338,800 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$445K
1.2% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
49.5x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
14 of 14
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$8,996
Out-of-state: $35,396

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Computer Science graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Computer and information systems managers $171,200 +15.2% 47%
Computer and information research scientists $140,910 +19.7% 37%
Database architects $135,980 +8.7% 6%
Computer and information systems managers
$171,200
+15.2% growth 47% AI-proof
Computer and information research scientists
$140,910
+19.7% growth 37% AI-proof
Database architects
$135,980
+8.7% growth 6% AI-proof

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Computer Science Career Guide

What can you do with a Computer Science credential from Nashville State Community College? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Nashville State Community College's Computer Science program score?
At 71/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
How vulnerable is Computer Science to AI automation?
AI exposure of 69% is a real factor. For Nashville State Community College specifically, the gap between optimistic ($445,051) and pessimistic ($441,087) decade earnings reflects that uncertainty.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Computer Science program at Nashville State Community College?
If Nashville State Community College's tuition gives you pause, consider that 2 DOL-registered apprenticeship pathways exist for Computer Science. You'd earn while training, avoiding student debt entirely — though completion takes longer than a certificate program.
How many job openings are there for Computer Science graduates?
The very large job market (338,800 annual openings) works in favor of Computer Science graduates. The national outlook is driven by ongoing digital transformation and technology adoption, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →