Best Online Engineering Programs in Nashville, TN (2026)
Nashville, Tennessee has a population of about 1,065,078. There are 5 accredited engineering programs within 100 miles of Nashville, with tuition ranging from $4,498 to $17,698 per year. In the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN metro area, the top-earning engineering-related role is Architectural and Engineering Manager at a median $153,920 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Engineering Schools to Nashville
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer engineering programs. Distances are calculated from Nashville city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville | Nashville, TN | 0.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN | 1.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Tennessee State University | Nashville, TN | 2.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Nashville State Community College | Nashville, TN | 4.7 mi | $4,498 - $17,698 | – |
| Volunteer State Community College | Gallatin, TN | 20.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Tennessee schools on the Tennessee engineering page.
Engineering Wages Near Nashville
Nashville is part of the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN metro area (BLS area code 34980). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Tennessee statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $99,780 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $103,614 |
| Electrical Engineer | $109,400 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $113,603 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,600 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $105,504 |
| Chemical Engineer | $110,150 | TN statewide | $114,382 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $128,080 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $133,001 |
| Biomedical Engineer | $103,020 | TN statewide | $106,978 |
| Environmental Engineer | $97,970 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $101,734 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $153,920 | Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN | $159,834 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Nashville at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 96.3 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Engineering-related employment in Davidson County | 6,864 workers, 770 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Nashville-Area Cities With Engineering Programs
- Brentwood, TN – 12.4 mi away (42,517 pop)
- Hendersonville, TN – 13.9 mi away (57,050 pop)
- Mount Juliet, TN – 15.3 mi away (33,263 pop)
- La Vergne, TN – 16.4 mi away (35,071 pop)
- Franklin, TN – 17.7 mi away (74,794 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited engineering programs are near Nashville, TN?
Our directory lists 5 engineering programs within 100 miles of Nashville. The closest is Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville in Nashville, TN (0.8 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Volunteer State Community College (20.3 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying engineering roles near Nashville?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying engineering-related roles near Nashville are: Architectural and Engineering Manager ($153,920), Aerospace Engineer ($128,080), Chemical Engineer ($110,150). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Tennessee statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Brentwood instead of Nashville?
Brentwood, TN is 12.4 miles from Nashville and has its own set of local engineering programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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