Chattanooga State Community College Tennessee

Public community college in Chattanooga serving 6,601 students with low in-state tuition and transfer pathways.

College statistics

Address:
4501 Amnicola Hwy
Chattanooga, TN
37406
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Chattanooga State Community College is a public two-year institution in Chattanooga, Tennessee, offering general education and liberal arts coursework to students across the region. The college enrolls 6,601 students and serves as an important access point for higher education in the city.

In-state tuition is $4,440 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $17,424. These figures represent the total cost of attendance for the respective student populations, making the college an affordable entry point for Tennessee residents pursuing higher education.

The college functions primarily as a transfer pathway, allowing students to complete general education requirements and foundational coursework before moving to four-year institutions. This model works best for students seeking to reduce overall education costs, explore academic interests before committing to a degree path, or transition into the workforce with a two-year credential. For more information, visit the official website at https://www.chattanoogastate.edu/.