Colleges in Tennessee

Also known as “The Volunteer State,” Tennessee is in the southern region of the US and experiences hot, humid summers with mild winters. Colleges in Tennessee are many and varied, with the Tennessee Board of Regents spearheading a large collection of 2-year institutions and Colleges of Applied Technology amidst the private liberal arts colleges and public universities. Tusculum University is the oldest in the state while Vanderbilt University has the most selective admissions process. Agriculture, mostly the production of soybeans, poultry, and cattle, is the primary industry, with manufacturing and tourism following closely. Most visitors include the Grand Ole Opry, the Beale Street Historic District, and Cades Cove as must-see attractions.

Clarksville, TN

Named for a former state governor, Austin Peay State University is a public institution in north Tennessee. Austin Peay is home to colleges of Arts & Letters, Business, Education, Health Sciences, and STEM conferring undergraduate degrees. In...

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Members of Austin Peay's faculty are very friendly and helpful. Most professors have an open door policy and are willing to do anything to help their students learn. Also, with the honors program, there are multiple opportunities to build on the...

” – April from Clarksville, TN

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1104

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4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$13,692

average net price

9,326

number of students

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Maryville College

Maryville, TN

Founded in 1819 and situated near the Great Smoky Mountains, Maryville College is a 4-year liberal arts college in east Tennessee. Maryville confers bachelor’s degrees in more than 60 academic programs. Surrounded by a 140-acre forest, Maryville...

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Maryville College taught me how to write a premier college paper. MC also taught me how to manage my time through my freshman classes, faculty, and student body. Maryville College made school interesting and fun through the activities that occur in...

” – Ryan from Knoxville, TN

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1181

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70%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$19,548

average net price

1,069

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Union University

Jackson, TN

Founded in 1823, Union University is an evangelical Christian liberal arts institution in west Tennessee and the oldest university affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. Union confers undergraduate degrees in over 100 Christ-centered...

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The academics are wonderful. Not only do you have professors who are top notch in their field but you have professors who care about you as a person. I have learned so much because the professors are willing to sit down with you outside of class...

” – Megan from Springfield, VA

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1259

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53%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$26,906

average net price

2,731

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King University

Bristol, TN

King University is a Presbyterian-affiliated and doctoral-level university that was founded in 1867 as King College. The main 135-acre campus centers around “The Oval,” a mall where all buildings intersect. The campus houses the Burke Observatory and...

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At King College the professors care a lot about each student as an individual and strive beyond their job requirements to make sure each student understands the subject at hand.

” – Emilii from Bristol, TN

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1122

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61%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$22,652

average net price

1,357

number of students

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Fisk University

Nashville, TN

Founded in 1866, Fisk University is a private HBCU and the oldest university in Nashville, Tennessee. Fisk University is a member of the United Negro College Fund and its Victorian architecture-style campus is recorded in the National Register of...

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At Fisk, professors aren't the only ones you learn from. It's the students.
I am reminded everyday that, I sit in class next to some of the brightest minds in the country!

” – Jamal from Stone Mountain, GA

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1070

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71%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$24,225

average net price

1,055

number of students

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Southern Adventist University

Collegedale, TN

Founded in 1892, Southern Adventist University is an evangelical Christian college in south Tennessee affiliated with the Seventh Day Adventist Church. The first Adventist school in the south, Southern confers undergraduate degrees in 64 majors. As a...

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When I went to Southern I learn so about the school and what I should expect when I attend. The staff are very friend and treat everyone with kindness.

” – Child of God from Norcross, GA

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1025

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66%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$24,491

average net price

2,903

number of students

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The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga

Chattanooga, TN

The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga is a 4-year public university in southern Tennessee and one of three campuses in the UT System. UTC hosts colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Professional Studies conferring undergraduate...

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I've learned so much, not just in classes but being on my own and on campus. Responsibility is huge when in college. You have to study twice the amount of time you're in class. Aside from academics, I've learned how to cope without my circle of...

” – Brittany from Signal Mountain, TN

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1168

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83%

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Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,952

average net price

11,283

number of students

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Southwest Tennessee Community College

Memphis, TN

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in the city of Memphis. Along with its main campus, the college maintains an additional seven campuses, sites, and centers throughout the southwest region. The school...

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I believe I can learn alot at this school. There's alot of hands-on trainning as well as small size classes that will benefit in personal assistance from instructors.

” – Natashia from Byhalia, MS

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100%

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$4,931

average net price

6,443

number of students

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Tusculum University

Greeneville, TN

Established in 1794, Tusculum University is a private, 4-year institution located in Greeneville, Tennessee. Along with its main campus, Tusculum also maintains a satellite campus in Morristown and a Center for Graduate and Professional Studies in...

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At Tusculum College the schedule here is different. For 18 days, We have one class at a time. My first class was psychology 101 this year. Each class is 3 hours long. You could have a morning or afternoon class depending on your schedule. I learned...

” – Jessyca from kingsport, TN

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1061

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81%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$17,537

average net price

1,303

number of students

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Lane College

Jackson, TN

Lane College is a private, historically black institution established in Jackson, Tennessee. Along with its traditional class offerings, the college also offers the Lane Evening Adult Program to allow working adult learners the ability to earn a...

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College itself is what you make it!! The small class room setting is really a huge plus!!

” – Jelisa from LA Vergne, TN

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845

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48%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$12,966

average net price

1,010

number of students

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Nashville State Community College

Nashville, TN

Nashville State Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in Davidson County, Tennessee, with satellite locations in Antioch, Waverly, Dickson, and Clarksville. NSCC offers over 80 academic programs, featuring fields of study such...

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this college is one of kind. helpful advisers and great selection of classes. would be my first pick any day!!

” – Alicia from Tennessee Ridge, TN

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$7,669

average net price

6,617

number of students

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Tennessee Technological University

Cookeville, TN

Based in the rural town of Cookeville, Tennessee, the Tennessee Technological University is a public institution. The university’s curriculum is focused on technology and science. A majority of students pursue degrees in teacher education, business...

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There are a lot of smart people here, and I haven't heard a negative thing yet about it! When I tell everybody I am going to Tech, they say, Wow! That's a great school! Everybody is so excited for me!

” – Jessie from Greenbrier, TN

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1187

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78%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$15,929

average net price

9,902

number of students

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