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Average
Score: 49/100

Volunteer State Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Gallatin, Tennessee 37066
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: 24%
Outcomes
D
39/100
Affordability
B+
79/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

6,605
Total Enrollment
24%
Graduation Rate
50%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,483
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Volunteer State Community College

19% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,222 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$443,526
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,637
1-Year Change
+1.7%
For parents & investors

The Volunteer State Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $443,526
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,637/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 37138 (4.3% cap, Nashville)

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🏆 Where Volunteer State Community College Ranks

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

#24
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

92%
Receive Any Aid
44%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$6,483
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$9,253
$30,001 - $48,000$10,403
$48,001 - $75,000$12,603
$75,001 - $110,000$12,797
$110,001+$11,922

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 601 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 119 grads/yr Information Technology 113 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 84 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 72 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 62 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 47 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 39 grads/yr Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 30 grads/yr Music Performance, General 23 grads/yr Education, General 22 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 20 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 20 grads/yr Digital Arts 19 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 17 grads/yr Polysomnography 16 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 16 grads/yr Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician 15 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Volunteer State 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
Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Software developers
$133k/yr 1,693,800 jobs

Student Demographics

6,605
Total Students
62%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)
19%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 73%
Hispanic 9%
Black 9%
Asian 1%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 19%
With Family 82%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,222 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 35%
Hybrid (Some Online) 29%
Fully Online 35%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Volunteer 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 Volunteer State Community College?
Tuition at Volunteer 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 $6,483.
What is the graduation rate at Volunteer State Community College?
The graduation rate at Volunteer State Community College is 24%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Volunteer State Community College a good school?
Volunteer 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 Volunteer State Community College?
Volunteer State Community College has a total enrollment of 6,605 students.
Is there rental demand near Volunteer State Community College?
Yes! Approximately 19% of students at Volunteer State Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,222 students who need rental housing near campus.

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