Chattanooga State Community College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and in-state Tennessee residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 5,284 students.
About This School
Chattanooga State Community College is a public institution located in Chattanooga, Tennessee with approximately 5,284 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $5,283 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.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 23% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,284 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Chattanooga State Community College
4501 Amnicola Hwy
Chattanooga, TN 37406-1097
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
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.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- 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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