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Knoxville Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Knoxville

There are at least 11 colleges in Knoxville, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 38,959 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 33,837 full-time students, and a reported 7,650 dorm rooms.

(Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left.)

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

Of Note For College Students

  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Knoxville.
  • A lot of people walk and bicycle in Knoxville.

Knoxville QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

ITT Technical Institute
Knoxville, Tennessee

With over 90 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

National College
Knoxville, Tennessee

Offers degree programs and career training in business, healthcare, and technology fields. Located in several campus locations across the Eastern U.S.

  • Programs: Accounting, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Medical and Dental Administration, Medical and Pharmaceutical, Medical Assisting and Nursing, Science Technologies
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

Strayer University
Knoxville, Tennessee

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

  • Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Teaching, Visual Arts
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, Master

Knoxville Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2005 information.

Fountainhead College of Technology
3203 Tazewell Pke
Knoxville, Tennessee 37918

  • Programs: information technology, computer security, electrical/electronic tech, web design, computer programming, computer services management.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 129 students, 128 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Reuben - Allen College
120 Center Park Dr
Knoxville, Tennessee 37922-2117

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 40 students, 40 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee School of Beauty of Knoxville
4704 Western Ave
Knoxville, Tennessee 37921

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 272 students, 272 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville
1100 Liberty St
Knoxville, Tennessee 37919

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business support services, licensed practical nurse, cosmetology, automobile mechanics, truck and bus driver, dental assistant, surgical tech, diesel mechanics.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 854 students, 713 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2005 information.

Johnson Bible College
7900 Johnson Dr
Knoxville, Tennessee 37998

  • Programs: bible studies, elementary school teaching, marriage and family therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 922 students, 849 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 650 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-580. Math: 470-563.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Pellissippi State Technical Community College
10915 Hardin Valley Road
Knoxville, Tennessee 37933-0990

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, commercial art, interior design, computer and info science, legal assistant, administrative assistant, office management, web design.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 7,686 students, 5,159 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 390-550. Math: 430-520.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

South College
200 Hayfield Road
Knoxville, Tennessee 37922-0000

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: radiation therapist, allied health and medical assisting, legal assistant, accounting, medical transcription, business management, physical therapist assistant, legal studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 544 students, 544 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The University of Tennessee
Circle Park
Knoxville, Tennessee 37996

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: psychology, education, business management, social work, accounting, registered nursing, English, political science.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 28,512 students, 26,132 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 7,000 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 500-610. Math: 500-610.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. 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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(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2005.)

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