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Chattanooga State Community College

Chattanooga, TN·Public·4,689 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,689 students.

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4,689
Students
$5,702
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$33,200
Earnings
10 yr
$7,249
Debt

About This School

Chattanooga State Community College is a public institution located in Chattanooga, Tennessee with approximately 4,689 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,702 per year. Typical graduates earn $33,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Chattanooga State Community College is a public community college in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The college is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Athletically, Chattanooga State is a member of Region VII of the NJCAA.

Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable path to a credential — at just $5,702/year net price and a median debt of only $7,249, the financial risk here is genuinely low compared to most schools. The concern is the earnings outlook: graduates are reporting median earnings of $33,200 a decade out, which is modest and worth factoring in depending on your program and career goals. This school makes the most sense for students pursuing specific career-focused programs, transferring to a four-year institution, or keeping costs tight while building credentials close to home.

Founded
1963
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Health Professions23%
Business & Marketing6%
Visual & Performing Arts3%
Computer Science2%
Engineering2%
Education1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Thom Tillis

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,550
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,750
Avg Net Price
$5,702
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants35%
Median debt at graduation$7,249

Full Cost

Cost of attendance$13,214

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$7,249
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$7,249
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$28,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$33,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.6x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White65%
Black16%
Hispanic/Latino11%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,689 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Chattanooga State Community College

4501 Amnicola Hwy

Chattanooga, TN 37406-1097

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Official Links

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Official School Resources
Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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