Private For-Profit Institution Nashville, TN
SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
College
SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville is a private for-profit smaller institution in Nashville, TN with an urban campus setting, with about 1,712 undergraduates, typical net price of $24,700 after grants, and median earnings of $23,932 six years after enrollment.
Key facts for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
Key rankings for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
Where SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville ranks among all institutions in the dataset (mixed types) nationwide on selected cost and outcome measures. Rank 1 is best on that measure (lowest cost or debt; highest earnings, retention, or graduation). These are single-measure standings, not Best Universities list placement.
#2,114 of 2,710
Net Price
#2,080 of 2,883
Earnings
#2,252 of 2,747
Graduation
#869 of 2,514
Debt
What stands out at SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville in Nashville, TN is a college.
- Large city
- 1,712 undergraduates
Key figures
What stands out
Average net price after aid sits above the national median for similar schools while six-year earnings fall short of it. That combination deserves a closer look at aid packages and likely majors.
Best Universities methodology explains how grades and ranked-list placements are calculated.
Student measures: Cost, completion, earnings, retention, and debt.
Institution context: Enrollment, demographics, faculty, setting, and admissions.
At a glance
Cost, outcomes & access at SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
Two related measures side by side for a quick scan.
Net Price and Earnings
Retention and Graduation
Acceptance and Pell Grant Share
Annual figures on one dollar scale, so bar lengths are comparable within this chart. Total cost of attendance covers tuition, fees, and living costs. Listed tuition is the price before aid; average net price is what students paid after grants and scholarships.
How SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville compares
Figures are for all institutions in the dataset (mixed types). State, region, and national columns use the middle value (median) for similar schools; retention uses averages for region and nation. Region shown: Southeast (region 5).
Swipe sideways to compare state, region, and national figures.
| Measure | This school | State (TN) | Region | Nation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net price | $24,700Above national median | $15,253 | $15,916 | $17,258 |
| Earnings, 6 years | $23,932Below national median | $34,684 | $32,894 | $35,678 |
| Retention | Not reported | 74.0% | 69.8% | 72.9% |
| Graduation | Not reported | 60.0% | 53.7% | 58.2% |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported | 70.5% | 75.5% | 77.8% |
| Pell share | 60.6%Above national median | 37.1% | 44.2% | 39.9% |
| Median debt | $9,500Below national median | $15,650 | $15,590 | $13,621 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0%About the same | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Recent 3-year cohort default rates are near zero because of the federal student loan payment pause and are not useful for school-to-school comparison.
Campus & institution details for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
Campus overview
Undergraduate demographics
Share of undergraduates in each group. Gender and race or ethnicity are reported separately, so each set totals about 100%.
Confirm program details and current staffing on the college website.
Frequently asked questions about SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
Common questions about SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville, answered with Best Universities cost and outcome figures. For how we rank schools, use the methodology link in the header; for deadlines and aid, rely on the college’s official site.
Where is SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville located?
SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville is located in Nashville, TN. If the college has more than one campus, confirm addresses and program locations on the school's official site or with the admissions office.
What kind of school is SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville?
SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville is a college. Best Universities groups similar schools this way so you can compare them fairly. Confirm program level (undergraduate vs graduate) on the college's site.
How much does it cost to attend SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville (tuition and net price)?
Listed sticker tuition is $17,514 for in-state students and $17,514 for out-of-state students. Average net price (typical annual cost after grant and scholarship aid for full-time, first-time undergraduates) is about $24,700. Your actual net price depends on income, residency, and aid.
What is SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville's acceptance rate?
An overall acceptance rate is not shown for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville. That is common for open-admission colleges, specialized institutions, or when figures are suppressed. Contact admissions for program-specific requirements.
How large is SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville's undergraduate student body?
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,712. Enrollment changes over time and may span multiple campuses depending on how the school reports.
What are completion and earnings outcomes for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville?
Median earnings six years after entry at SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville are roughly $23,932. Outcomes vary widely by major, occupation, and region. Individual trajectories differ from these population-level measures.
How does Best Universities rank SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville?
Among similar schools nationwide, SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville stands as follows on selected measures: Average net price (#2,114 of 2,710); Median earnings, 6 years after entry (#2,080 of 2,883); Graduation rate (#2,252 of 2,747); Median loan debt (#869 of 2,514). Those are single-measure ranks, not a single overall list place. See the methodology page for how Best Universities builds ranked lists.
Where should I go for admissions and official information about SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville?
For application deadlines, requirements, campus visits, and program lists, use SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville’s official website. Best Universities publishes cost and outcome figures for comparison; it does not replace the institution’s admissions or financial aid office.
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A fuller table of the figures Best Universities uses for this school. Useful if you are double-checking a number.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville |
| Official website | usa.sae.edu/ |
| City, state | Nashville, TN |
| School type | College |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 1,712 |
| Listed tuition (in-state) | $17,514 |
| Listed tuition (out-of-state) | $17,514 |
| Listed tuition (generic) | $17,514 |
| Total cost of attendance | $29,991 |
| Room and board (on campus) | Not reported |
| Average net price | $24,700 |
| Median earnings, 6 years after entry | $23,932 |
| Median earnings, 8 years after entry | $30,380 |
| Median earnings, 10 years after entry | $39,544 |
| Median loan debt | $9,500 |
| 3-year cohort default rate | 0.0% |
| First-year retention | Not reported |
| Graduation rate (4-year programs) | 41.7% |
| Graduation rate (shorter programs) | Not reported |
| Acceptance rate | Not reported |
| SAT average | Not reported |
| ACT average | Not reported |
| Pell Grant share | 60.6% |
| Share with federal loans | 70.1% |
| Part-time enrollment share | 0.0% |
| Campus setting | Large city |
| Student–faculty ratio | 11 |
| Avg monthly faculty salary | $4,494 |
| Full-time faculty share | 32.2% |
| Online only | No |
| HBCU | No |
| SAT midpoint, Math | Not reported |
| SAT midpoint, Reading & Writing | Not reported |
| Share of undergraduates, women | 18.9% |
| Share of undergraduates, men | 81.1% |
| Share of undergraduates, Black | 59.5% |
| Share of undergraduates, Hispanic | 15.7% |
| Share of undergraduates, White | 13.6% |
| Share of undergraduates, Asian | 1.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, two or more races | 6.3% |
| Share of undergraduates, international | 0.1% |
| Net price, family income $0–30k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $30–48k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $48–75k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $75–110k | Not reported |
| Net price, family income $110k+ | Not reported |
Sources for SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville
- About the federal data. U.S. Department of Education figures used for institutional characteristics, cost, admissions, enrollment, student outcomes, debt, and earnings on this page.
- Best Universities methodology. How grades and rankings are calculated.
Figures from the same school data Best Universities uses for rankings. Shortlist with them, then verify on the college’s official site.