Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers

248 Northgate Mall Drive
Chattanooga, TN 37415
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Electronic Computer Programming College is a 2-year private, for-profit institution. The college offers associate’s degree and certificate programs but, with few exceptions, award no baccalaureate degrees.

School Highlights

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers serves 252 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 27%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Private-state tuition: $10,087
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

Category
Attribute
Completion Rates

School Overview

The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
37 staff
152 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers has declined by 49% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers diversity score of 0.53 is more than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
252 students
2,876 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
252 students
1,129 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,747 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
209 students
403 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
252 students
1,129 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,251 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
195 students
% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
6%
5%
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% Black
28%
15%
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% White
62%
73%
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% Hawaiian
3%
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
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Diversity Score
0.53
0.44
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
66%
30%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.59%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,700
$29,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $10,087 is less than the state average of $12,611. The private state tuition has declined by 5% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$10,087
$12,611
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
97%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,059
$11,059
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,277
$5,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Tennessee by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
83%
SAT Reading
n/a
415
SAT Math
n/a
455
SAT Writing
n/a
469
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Electronic Computer Programming College is a 2-year private, for-profit institution. The college offers associate's degree and certificate programs but, with few exceptions, award no baccalaureate degrees. The Electronic Computer Programming College offers programs in Computer/Networking Technology, Computer Programming, Office Technology, Medical Office Technology and Medical Assisting. These exciting program prepare the student for entry-level employment as an industrial or field service technician in the Computer/Networking field or enable the student to enter field as an entry-level programmer / operator or prepares you to work in doctors' offices, hospitals, insurance and billing companies, and other medical facilities, performing various administrative duties for the employer. The Electronic Computer Programming College is authorized for operation as a post secondary educational institution by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers cost?
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers's private state tuition is approximately $10,087.
What is Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers's ranking?
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Highest completion rates.
In what neighborhood is Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers located?
Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers is located in the Hixson neighborhood of Chattanooga, TN.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 252 students
  • Private-state tuition: $10,087
  • Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
  • Minority enrollment: 38%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Tennessee public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,146 per year for in-state students and $15,687 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $12,611 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Tennessee is 82%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Tennessee community colleges have a diversity score of 0.44, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Tennessee is William R Moore College of Technology. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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