Argosy University-Nashville

www.argosy.edu/nashville/

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2018 Undergraduate Tuition

$13,344

2017 Average Net Price

$18,561

After Financial Aid

2015 Student Loan

15.6%

Default Rate

2017 Enrolled Students

304

34.2% Full-Time

About

Argosy University-Nashville is a higher education institution located in Davidson County, TN. In 2018, the most popular Masters Degree concentrations at Argosy University-Nashville were General Business Administration & Management (19 degrees awarded), Social Work (8 degrees), and Mental Health Counseling (8 degrees).

In 2018, 78 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at Argosy University-Nashville. 74.4% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 25.6% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was black or african american (38 degrees), 1.23 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (31 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at Argosy University-Nashville is $13,344, which is $−1,156 less than the national average for Special Focus Institutions ($14,500).

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Costs

In 2018, the median undergraduate tuition at Argosy University-Nashville is $13,344

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $18,561.

In 2017, 77% of undergraduate students attending Argosy University-Nashville received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 71% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$13,344

2018 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2018, the cost of tuition at Argosy University-Nashville was $13,344.

This chart compares the tuition costs of Argosy University-Nashville (in red) with those of other similar universities.

Average Net Price

$18,561

2017 Value

12.9%

1 Year Growth

In 2017 Argosy University-Nashville had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,561. Between 2016 and 2017, the average net price of Argosy University-Nashville grew by 12.9%.

This chart compares the average net price of Argosy University-Nashville (in red) with that of other similar universities.

Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Financial Aid by Income Level

77%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

71%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

77% of undergraduate students at Argosy University-Nashville received financial aid through grants or loans in 2017. This represents a growth of 1.32% with respect to 2016, when 76% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at Argosy University-Nashville (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

15.6%

2015 Default Rate

3079

Number of Defaults

In 2015 the default rate for borrower's at Argosy University-Nashville was 15.6%, which represents 3079 out of the 19780 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Enrollment

Argosy University-Nashville had a total enrollment of 304 students in 2017. The full-time enrollment at Argosy University-Nashville is 104 students and the part-time enrollment is 200. This means that 34.2% of students enrolled at Argosy University-Nashville are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at Argosy University-Nashville, both undergraduate and graduate, is 52% Black or African American, 41.8% White, 2.96% Hispanic or Latino, 0.987% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.658% Asian.

Students enrolled at Argosy University-Nashville in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly White Female (32.3%), followed by Black or African American Female (30.6%) and White Male (16.1%). Students enrolled in full-time Graduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Female (52.4%), followed by White Female (21.4%) and Black or African American Male (14.3%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

34.2%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Argosy University-Nashville in 2017, both undergraduate and graduate, is 304 students. The full-time enrollment at Argosy University-Nashville is 104 and the part-time enrollment is 200. This means that 34.2% of students enrolled at Argosy University-Nashville are enrolled full-time compared with 69.7% at similar Special Focus Institutions.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at Argosy University-Nashville (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

50%

2015 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at Argosy University-Nashville was 50%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar Special Focus Institutions (69%), Argosy University-Nashville had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at Argosy University-Nashville (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2017)

Black or African American
158 enrolled students
White
127 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
9 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at Argosy University-Nashville is 52% Black or African American, 41.8% White, 2.96% Hispanic or Latino, 0.987% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.658% Asian. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all Special Focus Institutions is 43.6% White, 18.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 14% Black or African American.

Any student who is studying in the United States on a temporary basis is categorized as a "Non-Resident Alien", and the share of those students are shown in the chart below. Additionally, 4 students (1.32%) did not report their race.

Graduates

In 2018, 38 more women than men received degrees from Argosy University-Nashville. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at Argosy University-Nashville is black or african american (38 degrees awarded). There were 1.23 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (31 degrees).

The most common Masters Degree concentration at Argosy University-Nashville is General Business Administration & Management (19 degrees awarded), followed by Social Work (8 degrees) and Mental Health Counseling (8 degrees).

In 2018, the most specialized majors across all degree types at Argosy University-Nashville, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Public Administration and Social Service (13 degrees awarded), Psychology (20 degrees), and Business (27 degrees).

Common Jobs by Major

Elementary & middle school teachers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Argosy University-Nashville are Elementary & middle school teachers (2,731,503 people), Other managers (2,146,940 people), Registered nurses (1,770,878 people), Accountants & auditors (1,376,162 people), and Software developers (1,312,199 people).

The most specialized majors at Argosy University-Nashville in 2018 are Public Administration and Social Service (13 degrees awarded), Psychology (20 degrees), Business (27 degrees), Health (13 degrees), and Protective Services (2 degrees) (as of 2018).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Argosy University-Nashville are Surgeons, Podiatrists, Cardiovascular technologists and technicians, Physicians, and Media and communication workers, all other

The most specialized majors at Argosy University-Nashville are Public Administration and Social Service (13 degrees awarded), Psychology (20 degrees), Business (27 degrees), Health (13 degrees), and Protective Services (2 degrees) (as of 2018).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at Argosy University-Nashville are Elementary & secondary schools (5,483,119 people), General medical and surgical hospitals, and specialty (except psychiatric and substance abuse) hospitals (3,202,014 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (2,391,445 people), Computer Systems Design (2,185,689 people), and Construction (1,229,470 people).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by Argosy University-Nashville.

Most Common (2018)

General Business Administration & Management
19 degrees awarded
Social Work
8 degrees awarded
Mental Health Counseling
8 degrees awarded

In 2018, the most common masters degree concentration at Argosy University-Nashville was General Business Administration & Management with 19 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from masters degree programs at Argosy University-Nashville according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2018

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2018

In 2018, 20 degrees were awarded to men at Argosy University-Nashville, which is 0.345 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (58).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at Argosy University-Nashville by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2018, 8 degrees were awarded to men at Argosy University-Nashville in General Business Administration & Management, which is 0.667 times less than the 12 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2018, 14 degrees were awarded to men at Argosy University-Nashville in General Psychology, which is 3.5 times more than the 4 male recipients with that same degree.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

White Female

Highest Graduation Rate (20%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2017 at Argosy University-Nashville is Female and White (20% graduation rate). Across all Special Focus Institutions, Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (72.9%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2018)

Black or African American
38 degrees awarded
White
31 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
6 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at Argosy University-Nashville is black or african american (38 degrees awarded). There were 1.23 times more black or african american recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white (31 degrees).

0% of degree recipients (0 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2018)

Black or African American Female
26 degrees awarded
White Female
26 degrees awarded
Black or African American Male
12 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at Argosy University-Nashville is black or african american female (26 degrees awarded). There were 1 times more black or african american female recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, white female (26 degrees).

Operations

Argosy University-Nashville employs 3 Associate professors, 2 Assistant professors. Most academics at Argosy University-Nashville are Female Associate professor (2), Male Associate professor (1), and Male Assistant professor (1).

The most common positions for non-instructional staff at Argosy University-Nashville are: Office and Administrative Support, with 8 employees, Management, with 6 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 2 employees.

Salary Expenditure

$1.86M

2017 Salaries

6.6%

decline from 2016

In 2017, Argosy University-Nashville paid a median of $1.86M in salaries, a 6.6% decline from the previous year.

The median for similar Special Focus Institutions is 3.06M (42.8% of overall expenditures).

Instructional Salaries

$346k

Instructional Salaries

Number of Employees

In 2017, Argosy University-Nashville paid a total of $346k to 5 employees working as instructors, which represents 18.6% of all salaries paid.

This is compared to a median of $871k (28.4%) for similar Special Focus Institutions.

Occupations by Share

Associate professor

Most Common Instructor

3 Employees

Office and Administrative Support

Most Common Non-Instructional Employee

8 Employees

In 2017, the most common positions for instructional staff at Argosy University-Nashville were Associate professor with 3 employees, and Assistant professor with 2 employees.

In 2017, the most common positions for non-instructional staff at Argosy University-Nashville were Office and Administrative Support with 8 employees, Management with 6 employees, and Community, Social Service, Legal, Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media with 2 employees.

Instructors by Academic Rank and Sex

Most Common Demographic (2017)

Female Associate professor
Male Associate professor
Male Assistant professor

In 2017, the most common demographic for instructional staff at Argosy University-Nashville was Female Associate professor with 2 employees, Male Associate professor with 1 employees, and Male Assistant professor with 1 employees.

This chart shows the sex split between each academic rank present at Argosy University-Nashville.