- The mission of Nashville State Community College is to provide comprehensive educational programs and partnerships, exemplary services, an accessible, progressive learning environment, and responsible leadership to improve the quality of life for the communities it serves.
School Highlights
Nashville State Community College serves 8,905 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is same as the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 8,905 students
- In-state tuition: $3,872
- Out-state tuition: $15,273
- Acceptance Rate: 67%
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 52%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Nashville State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 484 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Nashville State Community College
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
484 staff
81 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Nashville State Community College has grown by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 15:1 over five years.
The Nashville State Community College diversity score of 0.67 is more than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
8,905 students
605 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
3,216 students
400 students
# Part-Time Students
5,689 students
230 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
890 students
504 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,216 students
400 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5,689 students
335 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
195 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
12%
6%
% Black
28%
19%
% White
48%
55%
% Hawaiian
n/a
9%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.67
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1636%
0.6038%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5213%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,300
$29,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,872 is less than the state average of $5,176. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $15,273 is less than the state average of $15,746. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,872
$5,176
Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,273
$15,746
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,815
$11,730
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,000
$5,250
Acceptance Rate
67%
95%
SAT Reading
457
478
SAT Math
415
415
SAT Writing
n/a
469
ACT Composite
18
19
ACT English
17
19
ACT Math
17
18
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
32 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ACCESS Club, Architectural and Civil Engineering Student Association, Art Club, Campus Crusade for Christ, Chess Club, Cinema Arts Society, Creative Writing Club, Future Ladies in Technology, FUTURO, Green Sleeves, Health and Fitness Association, History Association, Honors College Association, International Student Association, Kappa Beta Delta, Karate Club, LBGTQ Alliance, Mathematics Club, Music Society, National Society of Leadership and Success, Phi Theta Kappa, Philosophy Club, Political Times, Psychology Club, Science Student Association, Society of Photography Students, Student Government Association, Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Organization, Surgical Technology Student Organization, Tau Alpha Pi, The Bridge, Theater Club
ACCESS Club, Architectural and Civil Engineering Student Association, Art Club, Campus Crusade for Christ, Chess Club, Cinema Arts Society, Creative Writing Club, Future Ladies in Technology, FUTURO, Green Sleeves, Health and Fitness Association, History Association, Honors College Association, International Student Association, Kappa Beta Delta, Karate Club, LBGTQ Alliance, Mathematics Club, Music Society, National Society of Leadership and Success, Phi Theta Kappa, Philosophy Club, Political Times, Psychology Club, Science Student Association, Society of Photography Students, Student Government Association, Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Organization, Surgical Technology Student Organization, Tau Alpha Pi, The Bridge, Theater Club
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Nashville State opened in 1970 with an enrollment of 398 students. By the Fall of 2000, that number had grown to 7,315; with a current enrollment of over 10,000 students. Nashville State's initial offering of five Associate's degree programs has grown to over 80 degree and certificate programs. In addition, Nashville State offers continuing education courses ranging from technical skills to management training and programs providing training in such areas as computer-aided drafting and office technology. Nashville State shares a 109 acre campus with the Tennessee Technology Center at Nashville. The Nashville State facilities include 239,000 square feet of space for classrooms, labs, offices, student services, and a library. The college offers programs in Business & Applied Arts, English & Humanities, Health & Social Sciences, Information & Engineering Technologies and Math & Sciences. Nashville State Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree, the Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree, and the Associate of Science (A.S.) degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nashville State Community College cost?
Nashville State Community College's tuition is approximately $3,872 for In-State students and $15,273 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Nashville State Community College?
The acceptance rate of Nashville State Community College is 67%, which is lower than the state average of 95%.
What is Nashville State Community College's ranking?
Nashville State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Diversity in US community colleges and Largest student body.
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