Dyersburg State Community College
- Dyersburg State Community College focuses on student learning and offers high-quality academic programs that allow you to complete your first two years of college coursework at about one-half the cost of attending a public four-year institution.DSCC also offers career programs that provide the training you need to enter the job market or upgrade your current skills. In addition, Dyersburg State offers several certificate programs which prepare students for specific, high-demand occupations.
School Highlights
- Dyersburg State Community College serves 2,977 students (40% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 30:1.
- Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 26%.
- Dyersburg State Community College is the only community colleges within Dyer County, TN.
- The nearest community college to Dyersburg State Community College is Arkansas Northeastern College (31.3 miles away).
Top Placements
Dyersburg State Community College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Tennessee for:
- Category Attribute
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 159 teachers has grown by 70% over five years.
| Dyersburg State Community College | (TN) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | Four or more years |
| Institution Control | Public | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 159 staff | 29 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 2,977 students | 631 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 19:1 | 30:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 1,204 students | 369 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 1,773 students | 262 students |
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| % Asian | - | 2% |
| % Hispanic | - | 3% |
| % Black | 17% | 17% |
| % White | 75% | 74% |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 2% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.41 | 0.42 |
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| College Completion Rate | 13% | 30% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $29,000 | $29,400 |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, SoftballBaseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 14 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Criminal Justice Association, Multicultural Association of Successful Students, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Psychology/Social Sciences Club, SkillsUSA, Student Ambassadors, Student Government Association, Student Nurses Association, Student Tennessee Education Association Arts and Music Programs: Oak Tree Players Drama Club, Sing Team Recreational Athletic Programs: Cheerleading, Intramural Sports |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Whether you are a student thinking of enrolling, an alumnus catching up on the latest news or a business owner reviewing student resumes, we invite you to view our web site.
- Opening in 1969, DSCC has worked to improve the quality of higher education in northwest Tennessee. Most experts agree that education is more important today than ever before.
- DSCC continues to grow to meet the needs of our students; in fact, DSCC was the fastest growing higher education institution in the Tennessee Board of Regents system in 2009.
- In addition, DSCC boasts some of the most up-to-date educational facilities in the state. In these buildings you will find faculty and staff who pride themselves on providing a supportive environment and on giving students individual attention which helps them succeed. DSCC offers a variety of services to students including financial aid, career counseling and peer tutoring.
- Dr. Karen A. Bowyer, DSCC President
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Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Dyersburg State Community College is Arkansas Northeastern College (31.3 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- 1,425 students | 31.30 Mi2501 S Division
Blytheville, AR 72316
(870) 762-1020 31.301,425 - 4,924 students | 44.10 Mi2046 North Pky
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-3520 44.104,924 - Crowley's Ridge CollegePrivate, non-profit230 students | 66.70 Mi100 College Dr
Paragould, AR 72450
(870) 236-6901 66.70230 - 1,310 students | 70.40 Mi5100 Poplar Avenue, Suite 132
Memphis, TN 38137
(901) 761-9494 70.401,310 - William Moore College of TechnologyPrivate, non-profit249 students | 71.60 Mi1200 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 726-1977 71.60249
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