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Pellissippi State Community College

10915 Hardin Valley Road
Knoxville, TN 37933

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Pellissippi State Technical Community College's mission is to advance the comprehensive development of its community by providing college courses and programs through the associate's degree level, along with appropriate student support and preparation for these studies, and meeting a broad spectrum of community needs, including training and workforce development, educational support, life enrichment, and civic and cultural advancement. To meet changing needs for educational programs and services, the College continually interacts with its community.

School Highlights

Pellissippi State Community College serves 11,470 students (39% of students are full-time).

The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.

Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 45%.

Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 11,470 students
In-state tuition: $3,868
Out-state tuition: $14,932
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 22%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Pellissippi State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 673 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.

Pellissippi 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

Institution Control

Public

Total Faculty

673 staff

81 staff

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Student Body

The student population of Pellissippi State Community College has grown by 7% over five years.

The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.

The Pellissippi State Community College diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.

Total Enrollment

11,470 students

605 students

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Student : Teacher Ratio

17:1

18:1

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# Full-Time Students

4,469 students

400 students

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# Part-Time Students

7,001 students

230 students

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# Enrollment Undergraduate

114 students

504 students

# Full-Time Undergraduate Students

4,469 students

400 students

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# Full-Time Graduate Students

n/a

12 students

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students

7,001 students

335 students

# Part-Time Graduate Students

n/a

12 students

Total Dormitory Capacity

n/a

195 students

% American Indian/Alaskan

n/a

% Asian

% Hispanic

% Black

19%

% White

78%

55%

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% Hawaiian

n/a

% Two or more races

% Non Resident races

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% Unknown races

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0.38

0.65

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)

0.2664%

0.6038%

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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)

n/a

0.5213%

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)

$30,800

$29,000

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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,868 is less than the state average of $5,176. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.

The public out-state tuition of $14,932 is less than the state average of $15,746. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.

In-State Tuition Fees

$3,868

$5,176

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Out-State Tuition Fees

$14,932

$15,746

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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid

94%

97%

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Median Debt for Graduates

$8,182

$11,730

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Median Debt for Dropouts

$5,250

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Acceptance Rate

100%

94%

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SAT Total Avg.

1,339

SAT Reading

415

SAT Math

455

SAT Writing

469

ACT Total Avg.

ACT Composite

ACT English

ACT Math

Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

State Technical Institute at Knoxville (State Tech) was established on September 4, 1974. State Tech opened with 45,000 square feet of floor space, 45 students, 12 faculty and staff members, and three associate's degree programs, all in engineering technology. The new institute was housed in a building adjacent to the Regional Vocational-Technical School (later renamed the Knoxville Area Vocational-Technical School and now the Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville). Pellissippi State offers Associate's degree and certificate programs that lead to employment in engineering technologies and business, Associate's degree programs and courses that prepare students for transfer to baccalaureate-level colleges and universities, remedial and developmental education and other educational support programs and services, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, training to meet specific needs of businesses, industries and individuals, continuing education programs, seminars and workshops, Resources for special grade K-12 programs and events and support for, involvement in, and promotion of civic and cultural projects and events. Located in Tennessee's third-largest metropolitan area, Pellissippi State comprehensively serves the greater Knox and Blount County area and extends its engineering technology offerings to Anderson, Loudon, Roane, Cumberland, Campbell, Fentress, Scott, and Morgan counties. A member of the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) System, the College seeks to develop and maintain effective student transfer agreements with TBR universities, the University of Tennessee, and private colleges and universities of the region. Pellissippi State is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pellissippi State Community College cost?

Pellissippi State Community College's tuition is approximately $3,868 for In-State students and $14,932 for Out-State students.

What is the acceptance rate of Pellissippi State Community College?

The acceptance rate of Pellissippi State Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 94%.

What is Pellissippi State Community College's ranking?

Pellissippi State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Largest student body.

In what neighborhood is Pellissippi State Community College located?

Pellissippi State Community College is located in the Hardin Valley neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.

School Calendar

View the Pellissippi State Community College yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Spring Break (Subject to change) all sessions

March 17, 2025 (Monday)

Spring Break (Subject to change) all sessions

March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)

Spring Break (Subject to change) all sessions

March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)

Last Day for 75% refund for second 7-week session for Spring 2025

March 20, 2025 (Thursday)

Spring Break (Subject to change) all sessions

March 20, 2025 (Thursday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

Enrollment: 11,470 students
In-state tuition: $3,868
Out-state tuition: $14,932
Acceptance Rate: 100%
Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
Minority enrollment: 22%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Tennessee public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,176 per year for in-state students and $15,746 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,551 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Tennessee is 80%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Tennessee community colleges have a of 0.65, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in Tennessee is Hussian College-Daymar College Murfreesboro. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.