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South College

Knoxville, TN·For-Profit·www.south.edu/

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South College is a private for-profit university in Knoxville, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

South College is a private for-profit university in Knoxville, TN. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (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)
$16,450
In-State Tuition
+$885 fees
$16,450
Out-of-State Tuition
+$885 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

10,000–19,999

Urban setting

Weather

Warm Climate

52°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

29 mi away
4 lifts
Cataloochee Ski Area

North Carolina

57 mi away
50 skiable acres5 lifts
77 mi away
8 skiable acres3 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Knoxville, TN

37°Jan41°Feb49°Mar57°Apr66°May74°Jun77°Jul76°Aug71°Sep59°Oct48°Nov40°Dec

Station: KNOXVILLE EXPERIMENTAL STATION · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
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
$16,450
Fees
$885
Total
$17,335
App Fee: $50

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

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Fields of Study

76 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Health/Medical Preparatory ProgramsAssociate's
765 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's
237 grads/yr$77,096
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's
182 grads/yr$127,468
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
181 grads/yr
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsProfessional
173 grads/yr$78,243

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

Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
Professional83 grads$127,893
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Master's182 grads$127,468
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Professional173 grads$78,243
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Bachelor's237 grads$77,096
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions
Associate's64 grads$61,037
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Bachelor's41 grads$55,361
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's114 grads$53,367
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate's89 grads$46,109
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate45 grads$36,738
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Associate's765 grads

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 South College located?

South College is located in Knoxville, TN. The main campus address is 3904 Lonas Road, Knoxville, TN. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend South College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, South College charges $16,450/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $17,335/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use South College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the application fee for South College?

The undergraduate application fee at South College is $50. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.

Is South College the right fit for me?

Whether South College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($16,450/year out-of-state), campus culture in Knoxville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh South College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Knoxville, TN
Size
10,000–19,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 52°F avg
App Fee
$50
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Knoxville/Maryville, TN (TYS) · 10 mialso CSV (62 mi), LOZ (78 mi)

Location

Knoxville, 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.