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Average
Score: 49/100

Southwest Tennessee Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Memphis, Tennessee 38134
ℹ️
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: 19%
Outcomes
D
37/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
D
37/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,980
Total Enrollment
19%
Graduation Rate
53%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$5,078
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Southwest Tennessee Community College

34% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,387 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$228,119
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,274
1-Year Change
+2.3%
For parents & investors

The Southwest Tennessee Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $228,119
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,274/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 38108 (11.0% cap, Memphis)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

92%
Receive Any Aid
62%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$5,078
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,016
$30,001 - $48,000$4,071
$48,001 - $75,000$6,875
$75,001 - $110,000$8,042
$110,001+$4,481

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 473 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 105 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 80 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 42 grads/yr Information Technology 37 grads/yr Blood Bank Technology Specialist 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 16 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 16 grads/yr Commercial and Advertising Art 14 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 14 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 14 grads/yr Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians 13 grads/yr Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General 13 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 12 grads/yr Computer Engineering Technology/Technician 11 grads/yr Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 10 grads/yr Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 10 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 9 grads/yr Hotel/Motel Administration/Management 9 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Southwest Tennessee Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Paramedics
$58k/yr 101,900 jobs
Emergency medical technicians
$41k/yr 181,000 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs

Student Demographics

6,980
Total Students
64%
Women
46%
Traditional Age (18-24)
34%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 19%
Hispanic 10%
Black 65%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 34%
With Family 66%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,387 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 46%
25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southwest Tennessee 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 Southwest Tennessee Community College?
Tuition at Southwest Tennessee 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 $5,078.
What is the graduation rate at Southwest Tennessee Community College?
The graduation rate at Southwest Tennessee Community College is 19%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Southwest Tennessee Community College a good school?
Southwest Tennessee 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 (A): 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 Southwest Tennessee Community College?
Southwest Tennessee Community College has a total enrollment of 6,980 students.
Is there rental demand near Southwest Tennessee Community College?
Yes! Approximately 34% of students at Southwest Tennessee Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,387 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Memphis area.

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