Volunteer State Community College
About Volunteer State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Volunteer State Community College teaches in Gallatin, northeast of Nashville. Business and computing are among its largest programs, alongside the transfer track most of its students take.
Founded
1971
Location
Gallatin, Tennessee
Students
5,339
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,756
Out-of-state: $17,740
Avg Net Price
$7,802
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$41,150
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
28.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
51.2%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
43.7%
$/Student
$7.9K
Class Size
Large
The 28.2% 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
$4,756
In-State
$17,740
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,470
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,401
After Financial Aid
$7,802
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$6,733
Receive Grants
33.3%
Take Loans
5%
Tuition is $4,756/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,802.
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 Volunteer State Community College fund their education.
While in School
33.3%
Get Grants
Free money
5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,592
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,550
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$80/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,550, 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 Volunteer State Community College.
Gender
62.8%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,339
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
45.8%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 45.8% 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
5,339
Students
community
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Volunteer State Community College fields 3 varsity teams with 90 student athletes, about 2% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
90
2% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
55
Men
35
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Volunteer State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$41,150
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
706 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$41K
81 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
$35K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
49 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$48K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Education, General
$45K
31 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.