College statistics
- Address:
- 5983 Macon Cove
Memphis, TN
38134 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.southwest.tn.edu/
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $4,440
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $17,424
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $176,802,225
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Southwest Tennessee Community College is a public two-year institution in Memphis, Tennessee, serving the Memphis metropolitan area. The college enrolls 6,980 students and focuses on general education and liberal arts pathways, preparing students for transfer to four-year universities or direct entry into the workforce.
In-state tuition is $4,440 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $17,424. The college's low in-state cost makes it an entry point for students beginning their higher education in Memphis, and many use the institution as a stepping stone to bachelor's degree programs at public and private universities across the region and beyond.
As a community college, Southwest Tennessee serves students who are working, parenting, or managing other responsibilities alongside their education. The college works best for those seeking affordable general education credits, occupational certificates, or associate degrees before transferring. Visit www.southwest.tn.edu/ to learn about specific programs, transfer agreements, and support services.