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Dyersburg State Community College, also known as DSCC, is located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, United States. It was established in 1969. In addtion to the main campus in Dyersburg, the college also operates learning centers in Union City, Trenton, and Covington. It offers a wide variety of associate degrees and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. DSCC is organized into the following academic divisions:
DSCC's sports teams are nicknamed the Eagles. They are members of the Tennessee Junior and Community College Athletic Association. Their sports teams include men’s baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, and women’s softball.
Dyersburg State Community College is found in Dyersburg, TN. Dyersburg is a self-contained town. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Dyersburg State Community College.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Admission to Dyersburg State Community College is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 2,568 in 2007 at Dyersburg State Community College.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Dyersburg State Community College
1510 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024-2411
General Phone: (731) 286-3200
http://www.dscc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 118 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 41 | registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 29 | business management |
| Medical Administration | 23 | medical records tech, medical transcription |
| Family And Social Work | 13 | child development |
| Medical Support And Technology | 12 | surgical tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 8 | information science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 4 | criminal justice and police |
| Mechanics And Repair | 2 | industrial mechanics |
| Education And Teaching | 1 | education |
Number of programs and degrees for Dyersburg State Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 215 | 10 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 36 | 4 |
In 2007, Dyersburg State Community College had a total enrollment of 2,568 students (1,712 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 86% |
| Part-Time | 14% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 18% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 12% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 14% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 98% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 42 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Dyersburg, 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 | 585 | 585 | 100% | 585 | 100% |
| Men | 203 | 203 | 100% | 203 | 100% |
| Women | 382 | 382 | 100% | 382 | 100% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 19 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 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 ACT | 76% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,635 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,711 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Dyersburg State Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 683500)
Dyersburg State Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 14 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 13 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $64,234 | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $64,234 | 5 | $63,549 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $47,891 | 4 | $54,283 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $48,207 | 11 | $49,579 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $42,113 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $43,326 | 12 | $40,437 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $46,345 | 33 | $45,467 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 28 | 15 | 43 |
| Baseball | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| Basketball | 9 | 7 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 8 | 8 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dyersburg State Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 5% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in family and social work (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services 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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