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Chattanooga Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Chattanooga

There are at least 8 colleges in Chattanooga, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 18,822 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 14,399 full-time students, and a reported 6,006 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and Chattanooga State Technical Community College.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Tennessee Colleges.

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Miller-Motte Technical College
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Miller-Motte Technical College (MMTC) offers diplomas, associates and bachelors degrees for a variety of technical professions. The school has locations in Tennessee and the Carolinas.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Production Trades, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

University of Phoenix
Chattanooga, Tennessee

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Chattanooga Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers
3805 Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411-3742

  • Programs: medical records tech, electronics tech, data processing tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 147 students, 147 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Chattanooga State Technical Community College
4501 Amnicola Hwy
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37406-0000

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, radiation therapist, business management, MIS, medical records tech, legal assistant, nuclear medical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 8,108 students, 5,115 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

Psychological Studies Institute Inc
1815 McCallie Ave
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

  • Programs: counseling psychology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 264 students, 173 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Temple Baptist Seminary
1906 Union Avenue
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

  • Programs: theology, theological and ministerial studies, religious education, ministry, theology and religious vocations, pre-ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree. Other degree.
  • Student Body: 122 students, 66 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,601 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee Temple University
1815 Union Ave
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: theology, theological and ministerial studies, psychology, business management, elementary school teaching, bible studies, interdisciplinary studies, theology and religious vocations.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 623 students, 517 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,604 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 400-540. Math: 400-480.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
615 McCallie Ave
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37403-2598

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, family and consumer science, psychology, biology, criminal justice and administration, English, registered nursing, communication studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 9,558 students, 8,381 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,801 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

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Collegedale Colleges16,5142,6401,817

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