City Rankings
Best Colleges in Cleveland, Tennessee
Top colleges in Cleveland ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $34,874
Top Colleges in Cleveland
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lee University #1113 national | $43,222 |
| 2 | Cleveland State Community College #1654 national | $36,671 |
| 3 | Brillare Beauty Institute | $24,728 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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