- Pellissippi State Technical Community College's mission is to advance the comprehensive development of its community by providing college courses and programs through the associate's degree level, along with appropriate student support and preparation for these studies, and meeting a broad spectrum of community needs, including training and workforce development, educational support, life enrichment, and civic and cultural advancement. To meet changing needs for educational programs and services, the College continually interacts with its community.
School Highlights
Pellissippi State Community College serves 9,399 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 9,399 students
- In-state tuition: $3,868
- Out-state tuition: $14,932
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 30:1
- Minority enrollment: 24%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pellissippi State Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 313 teachers has declined by 53% over five years.
Pellissippi State Community College
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Campus Size
144 acres
Total Faculty
313 staff
38 staff
Student Body
The student population of Pellissippi State Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 30:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Pellissippi State Community College diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 41% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,399 students
1,083 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
4,489 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
4,910 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
9,399 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,489 students
378 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,910 students
739 students
% Asian
3%
2%
% Hispanic
8%
8%
% Black
6%
20%
% White
76%
62%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
27%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,800
$28,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,868 is less than the state average of $5,176. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,932 is less than the state average of $15,746. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,868
$5,176
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,932
$15,746
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
93%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,182
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
94%
SAT Total Avg.
1,339
1,402
SAT Reading
415
470
SAT Math
455
455
SAT Writing
469
477
ACT Total Avg.
60
58
ACT Composite
21
20
ACT English
20
19
ACT Math
19
19
Sports
Colors
Blue, Yellow, Gold
School Mascot
Pax The Panther
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- State Technical Institute at Knoxville (State Tech) was established on September 4, 1974. State Tech opened with 45,000 square feet of floor space, 45 students, 12 faculty and staff members, and three associate's degree programs, all in engineering technology. The new institute was housed in a building adjacent to the Regional Vocational-Technical School (later renamed the Knoxville Area Vocational-Technical School and now the Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville). Pellissippi State offers Associate's degree and certificate programs that lead to employment in engineering technologies and business, Associate's degree programs and courses that prepare students for transfer to baccalaureate-level colleges and universities, remedial and developmental education and other educational support programs and services, General Educational Development (GED) preparation, training to meet specific needs of businesses, industries and individuals, continuing education programs, seminars and workshops, Resources for special grade K-12 programs and events and support for, involvement in, and promotion of civic and cultural projects and events. Located in Tennessee's third-largest metropolitan area, Pellissippi State comprehensively serves the greater Knox and Blount County area and extends its engineering technology offerings to Anderson, Loudon, Roane, Cumberland, Campbell, Fentress, Scott, and Morgan counties. A member of the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) System, the College seeks to develop and maintain effective student transfer agreements with TBR universities, the University of Tennessee, and private colleges and universities of the region. Pellissippi State is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pellissippi State Community College cost?
Pellissippi State Community College's tuition is approximately $3,868 for In-State students and $14,932 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pellissippi State Community College?
The acceptance rate of Pellissippi State Community College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 94%.
What is Pellissippi State Community College's ranking?
Pellissippi State Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is Pellissippi State Community College located?
Pellissippi State Community College is located in the Hardin Valley neighborhood of Knoxville, TN.
School Calendar
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Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Pellissippi State Community College is South College (10.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
South College
Private for-profit
3904 Lonas Road
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 251-1800
Knoxville, TN 37909
(865) 251-1800
10.5 miles
Enrollment: 11,557 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Private-state tuition: $19,475 Minority enrollment: 52%
1100 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 546-5567
Knoxville, TN 37919
(865) 546-5567
11.3 miles
Enrollment: 1,581 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
1745 Harriman Highway
Harriman, TN 37748
(865) 882-6703
Harriman, TN 37748
(865) 882-6703
19.8 miles
Enrollment: 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
276 Patton Lane
Harriman, TN 37748
(865) 354-3000
Harriman, TN 37748
(865) 354-3000
25.9 miles
Enrollment: 5,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Acceptance rate: 99% In-state tuition: $4,271 Out-state tuition: $16,911 Minority enrollment: 21%
265 Elkins Rd
Jacksboro, TN 37757
(423) 566-9629
Jacksboro, TN 37757
(423) 566-9629
25.9 miles
Enrollment: 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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