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Pellissippi State Technical Community College, also known as PSTCC, is a community college in Knoxville, Tennessee. The college enrolls more than 7,000 students, of which around 100 to 150 are international students. Apart from the main campus located a few miles west of downtown Knoxville, PSTCC has 3 satellite campuses:
Pellissippi State Technical Community College offers a variety of associate’s degrees in arts, science, applied science, and teaching. There are separate departments for liberal arts, business and computer technology, English, education, engineering and media technologies, mathematics, and natural and behavioral sciences. Students of this college can also opt for a transfer to any 4-year institution of their choice.
Pellissippi State is in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Knoxville, TN. The school is classified as a public college. Students at Pellissippi State earn degrees up to the Associate's degree.
Students and faculty are generally focused on one of the school's main fields of study. The most common major fields study at Pellissippi State include photography and commercial art, computer science and engineering, and liberal arts.
The school does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007-2008 was 465 to 630 for students at Pellissippi State. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 470 and 660.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
Pellissippi State, in 2007-2008, had 8,608 students (5,892 full-time equivalent).
Many students at the school are part-timers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Pellissippi State Technical Community College's mission is to serve the needs of its community by providing quality college courses and programs, along with appropriate student support and preparation; and by meeting a broad spectrum of community needs, including training and workforce development, educational support, life enrichment, and civic and cultural advancement."
More complete details are provided below.
Pellissippi State Technical Community College
10915 Hardin Valley Road
Knoxville, TN 37933-0990
General Phone: (865) 694-6400
http://www.pstcc.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 431 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, cartography |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 39 | computer networking, computer and info science, network management, information science, web design |
| Design | 34 | interior design |
| Business and Management | 34 | business management, accounting technology, sales and marketing |
| Engineering Technician | 32 | mechanical engineering tech, civil engineering tech, drafting, electronics tech |
| Office and Administration | 30 | office management, administrative assistant |
| Media | 29 | communications tech |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 13 | cinematography, commercial art, photography |
| Law | 12 | legal assistant |
| Family and Social Work | 11 | child development |
| Hospitality | 9 | hotel management |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 5 | science tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 4 | security services management |
Number of programs and degrees for Pellissippi State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 683 | 27 |
In 2007-2008, Pellissippi State had a total enrollment of 8,608 students (5,892 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 80% |
| Part-Time | 20% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 23% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | 98% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 57 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Knoxville, 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 | 3,225 | 2,866 | 89% | 1,510 | 53% |
| Men | 1,568 | 1,404 | 90% | 748 | 53% |
| Women | 1,637 | 1,462 | 89% | 762 | 52% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 465 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 660 |
| SAT Writing | 460 | 630 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 34 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 32 |
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 | 3% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 81% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 10,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Pellissippi State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1269300)
Pellissippi State has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | academic year | 15 | $59,801 | 22 | $58,117 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 42 | $51,438 | 69 | $50,411 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 7 | $41,769 | 8 | $40,923 |
| Instructor | academic year | 11 | $35,534 | 11 | $36,528 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 75 | $49,875 | 110 | $49,874 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Cartography
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communications Technology/Technician
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Office Management and Supervision
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Commercial and Advertising Art
Photography
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Securities Services Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Pellissippi State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
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 Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force)
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