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Average
Score: 49/100

Cleveland State Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Cleveland, Tennessee 37312
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 29%
Outcomes
D
43/100
Affordability
B+
80/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
23/100

Quick Stats

3,254
Total Enrollment
29%
Graduation Rate
54%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,922
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Cleveland State Community College

31% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,009 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$355,264
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,355
1-Year Change
+4.1%
For parents & investors

The Cleveland State Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $355,264
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,355/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37323 (4.3% cap, Cleveland)

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🏆 Where Cleveland State Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Solar Energy Technology/Technician
of 4 schools
#20
Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
of 32 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,224 $17,424

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
$6,922
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$5,338
$30,001 - $48,000$5,340
$48,001 - $75,000$7,867
$75,001 - $110,000$8,787
$110,001+$10,168

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 637 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 104 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 79 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 56 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 48 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 38 grads/yr Solar Energy Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Information Technology 27 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 26 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 20 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 18 grads/yr Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians 12 grads/yr Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General 12 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 11 grads/yr Child Development 10 grads/yr Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD 10 grads/yr Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD 10 grads/yr Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 9 grads/yr Surveying Technology/Surveying 7 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Cleveland State Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs

Student Demographics

3,254
Total Students
57%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
31%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Hispanic 10%
Black 5%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 31%
With Family 69%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,009 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 52%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Cleveland State Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Cleveland State Community College?
Tuition at Cleveland State Community College is $4,224 for in-state students and $17,424 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,922.
What is the graduation rate at Cleveland State Community College?
The graduation rate at Cleveland State Community College is 29%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Cleveland State Community College a good school?
Cleveland State Community College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Cleveland State Community College?
Cleveland State Community College has a total enrollment of 3,254 students.
Is there rental demand near Cleveland State Community College?
Yes! Approximately 31% of students at Cleveland State Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,009 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Cleveland area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology