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Motlow State Community College, also known as MSCC, was established in the year 1969. The college operates several campuses in Lynchburg, McMinnville, Fayetteville, Smyrna, and Sparta. MSCC spreads across an area of more than 185 acres, which was contributed by the Reagor Motlow Family from Moore County. MSCC offers associate degrees and several certificate programs in diverse areas of study. It also provides distance learning through online courses.
MSCC’s athletics department fields several men’s and women’s sports teams. MSCC's athletics teams are nicknamed the Bucks and the Lady Bucks. The college is a member of the NJCAA Region VII and participates in a number of intercollegiate sports and events. The Bucks compete in several games including men’s and women’s basketball, baseball, and softball.
Motlow State Community College is located in Tullahoma, TN (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Motlow State Community College is the Associate's degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Motlow State Community College is known for its programs in liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 395. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 388 and 485.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Motlow State Community College had 4,113 enrolled students in 2007.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Motlow State Community College
6015 Ledford Mill Road
Tullahoma, TN 37388
General Phone: (931) 393-1500
http://www.mscc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 324 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 55 | registered nursing |
| Business And Management | 26 | business management |
| Family And Social Work | 13 | child development |
| Engineering Technician | 1 | engineering technology |
Number of programs and degrees for Motlow State Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 409 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 10 | 1 |
In 2007, Motlow State Community College had a total enrollment of 4,113 students (2,853 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 | 88% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 10% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 19% |
| 22-24 | 11% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 98% |
| Alabama | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 53 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Tullahoma, 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 | 1,795 | 1,773 | 99% | 1,064 | 60% |
| Men | 716 | 703 | 98% | 440 | 63% |
| Women | 1,079 | 1,070 | 99% | 624 | 58% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 395 | 483 |
| SAT Math | 388 | 485 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 21 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | 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 | 1% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 81% |
| 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 | $ 2,615 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,699 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Motlow State Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 683600)
Motlow State Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 17 | 37 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 8 | 12 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 4 |
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 | academic year | 6 | $69,252 | 4 | $67,375 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $50,481 | 21 | $47,902 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $39,631 | 15 | $42,240 |
| Instructor | academic year | 10 | $34,146 | 13 | $34,873 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 28 | $45,957 | 53 | $44,573 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 30 | 19 | 49 |
| Baseball | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Basketball | 8 | 11 | 19 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 8 | 8 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Engineering Technology, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Motlow State Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses 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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