Volunteer State Community College Tennessee

Public two-year college in suburban Tennessee serving 6,605 students with low in-state tuition.

College statistics

Address:
1480 Nashville Pike
Gallatin, TN
37066
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Official Website:
www.volstate.edu/
Setting:
Suburb
Annual In-State Tuition:
$4,440
Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
$17,424
Total Cost of Attendance (In-State):
$4,440
Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State):
$17,424
Total Student Enrollment:
6,605
Endowment (End of Year):
$173,008,969
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Volunteer State Community College is a public two-year institution in Gallatin, Tennessee, serving the suburban Nashville region. The college enrolls 6,605 students and offers general studies and transfer pathways to four-year universities.

In-state tuition is $4,440 annually, with out-of-state tuition at $17,424. The college's low cost structure and suburban location make it an accessible entry point for students beginning higher education or seeking affordable general education credits before transferring.

As a community college, Volunteer State emphasizes transfer pathways, allowing students to complete foundational coursework before moving to bachelor's degree programs. The college works best for students seeking an affordable start to higher education, those pursuing vocational and technical programs, and adults returning to education. Visit www.volstate.edu/ for program details and admissions information.

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