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Columbia State Community College was founded in 1966. This 2-year college is located in Columbia, Tennessee, and was the first community college in Tennessee. It offers enrollment to more than 4,000 students annually.
Columbia State Community College offers students the opportunity to choose from over 50 different areas of study. Associates teachers degrees in science, art, applied science and science are awarded by this college. In addition, technical certificate programs are also offered to students. The primary academic divisions of Columbia State Community College are:
Columbia State Community College fields sports teams in baseball, softball, basketball and volleyball, which are known as the Chargers.
Columbia, TN is home to Columbia State Community College. Columbia is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Columbia State Community College go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in liberal arts.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 390. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 360 and 480.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Columbia State Community College has 4,633 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Columbia State Community College
1665 Hampshire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
General Phone: (931) 540-2722
http://www.columbiastate.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 220 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 111 | registered nursing, EMT paramedic |
| Medical Support and Technology | 57 | radiation therapist, veterinary assistant, respiratory care tech |
| Business and Management | 56 | business management, MIS |
| Family and Social Work | 20 | child development |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 19 | science tech |
| Education and Teaching | 12 | education |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and police |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 1 | applied horticulture |
| Music | 1 | various music studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Columbia State Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 472 | 13 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 17 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 14 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Columbia State Community College had a total enrollment of 4,633 students (3,140 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 78% |
| Part-Time | 22% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 99% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 41 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbia, Tennessee for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Tennessee Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,832 | 1,832 | 100% | 991 | 54% |
| Men | 714 | 714 | 100% | 410 | 57% |
| Women | 1,118 | 1,118 | 100% | 581 | 52% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 390 | 520 |
| SAT Math | 360 | 480 |
| SAT Writing | 390 | 520 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 9% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 84% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,747 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,247 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Columbia State Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 348300)
Columbia State Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 28 | 38 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 9 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 5 | $66,368 | 5 | $59,920 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 9 | $70,834 | 6 | $67,285 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $52,008 | 22 | $53,036 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $40,871 | 13 | $41,317 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $31,298 | 12 | $35,931 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 36 | $50,788 | 53 | $47,902 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| Baseball | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| Basketball | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 6 | 6 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Columbia State Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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