C
Average
Score: 45/100

South College

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Knoxville, Tennessee 37909
🌐 www.south.edu/
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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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 37%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
D
39/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
C
47/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

8,234
Total Enrollment
37%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
23.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The South College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $383,055
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,549/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37915 (6.6% cap, Knoxville)

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🏆 Where South College Ranks

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

🥈
Pre-Pharmacy Studies
of 2 schools
#8
Pre-Nursing Studies
of 21 schools
#15
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
of 29 schools
#15
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
of 17 schools
#21
Physical Therapy Assistant
of 44 schools
#29
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician
of 70 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,450 $16,450

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
65%
Receive Pell Grants
42%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

8,234
Total Students
85%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 2%
Black 32%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 25%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 51%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 61%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at South 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 South College?
Tuition at South College is $16,450 for in-state students and $16,450 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at South College?
The graduation rate at South College is 37%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is South College a good school?
South College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 South College?
South College has a total enrollment of 8,234 students.

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