Pellissippi State Community College
About Pellissippi State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pellissippi State Community College teaches in Knoxville and its agreements move graduates into the University of Tennessee. Nursing and communications technology are among its largest programs.
Founded
1974
Location
Knoxville, Tennessee
Students
6,715
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.5%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,786
Out-of-state: $17,770
Avg Net Price
$4,983
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,440
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
31.5% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.2%
Transfer Out
20%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42.9%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.5% 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
$4,786
In-State
$17,770
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,431
After Financial Aid
$4,983
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,085
Receive Grants
24.4%
Take Loans
2.7%
Tuition is $4,786/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,983.
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 Pellissippi State Community College fund their education.
While in School
24.4%
Get Grants
Free money
2.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,254
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,725
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$92/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,725, 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 Pellissippi State Community College.
Gender
51%
Female
49%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,715
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
43%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
19.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (51% women, 49% men). 43% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
6,715
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pellissippi State Community College fields 7 varsity teams with 177 student athletes, about 3% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
177
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
110
Men
67
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pellissippi State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,440
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
863 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$55K
107 grads
1yr Earnings
Communications Technologies/Technicians
$26K
66 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$33K
61 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$44K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
$45K
28 grads
4yr Earnings
Median earnings are $38K 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.