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Chattanooga State Community College

Chattanooga, TN·Public·https://www.chattanoogastate.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Chattanooga State Community College is a public community college in Chattanooga, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Chattanooga State Community College is a public community college in Chattanooga, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 94/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,104
In-State Tuition
+$326 fees
$16,608
Out-of-State Tuition
+$326 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Graduation Rate

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Ski Access

44 miles

Cloudmont Ski

Weather

Warm Climate

56°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

44 mi away
103 mi away
4 lifts
123 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Chattanooga, TN

42°Jan46°Feb53°Mar62°Apr70°May77°Jun81°Jul80°Aug74°Sep63°Oct51°Nov44°Dec

Station: CHATTANOOGA Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

94/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety9110093
91/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
93/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,104$16,608
Fees
$326$326
Total
$4,430$16,934
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

59 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
517 grads/yr$43,457
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
78 grads/yr$72,920
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralAssociate's
63 grads/yr$63,171
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsCertificate
57 grads/yr$57,020
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's
47 grads/yr$60,050

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Engineering, General
Associate's22 grads$81,335
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's78 grads$72,920
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
Certificate$63,366
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
Associate's63 grads$63,171
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's47 grads$60,050
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Associate's27 grads$57,028
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate57 grads$57,020
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate$55,124
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate$54,846
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
Certificate$54,576

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Chattanooga State Community College located?

Chattanooga State Community College is located in Chattanooga, TN. The main campus address is 4501 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Chattanooga State Community College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Chattanooga State Community College charges $4,104/year for in-state students and $16,608/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $16,934/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Chattanooga State Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Chattanooga State Community College the right fit for me?

Whether Chattanooga State Community College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($16,608/year out-of-state), campus culture in Chattanooga, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Chattanooga State Community College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Chattanooga State Community College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 56°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
94/100
Nearest Airport
Chattanooga, TN (CHA) · 5 mialso RMG (52 mi), CSV (59 mi)

Location

Chattanooga, TN

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.