Cleveland State Community College
About Cleveland State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cleveland State Community College teaches in southeastern Tennessee, between Chattanooga and Knoxville. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Cleveland, Tennessee
Students
1,975
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,762
Out-of-state: $17,746
Avg Net Price
$6,384
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,671
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
52%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
37.9%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
The 36.8% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,762
In-State
$17,746
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,807
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,834
After Financial Aid
$6,384
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,538
Receive Grants
27.2%
Take Loans
5.9%
Tuition is $4,762/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,384.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cleveland State Community College fund their education.
While in School
27.2%
Get Grants
Free money
5.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,692
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,954
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$84/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,954, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cleveland State Community College.
Gender
56%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,975
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
16.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 51.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,975
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cleveland State Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 113 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
113
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
62
Men
51
Women
3
Men's Teams
3
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cleveland State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,671
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$18K
255 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$50K
55 grads
1yr Earnings
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians
—
25 grads
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
—
13 grads
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General
—
12 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.