Volunteer State Community College

Gallatin, Tennessee · Public, 2-year

At a glance

Average net price

$7,802

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

28.2%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

5,339

In-state tuition

$4,756

Out-of-state tuition

$17,740

Cost of attendance

$16,401

Median earnings (10y)

$41,150

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

10 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (44%), health (23%), business (11%).

  • STEM10%
  • Health23%
  • Business11%
  • Humanities & arts44%
  • Social sciences2%
  • Trades & services10%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

29 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's1,447$23,174$8,750
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate448$42,008$10,812
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's158$34,137$10,718
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's120$29,254$16,745
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's87
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's74$42,712$11,000
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate72
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations.Undergraduate certificate72
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate71
Fire Protection.Associate's65
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Undergraduate certificate64
Education, General.Associate's60
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Associate's51
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.Associate's44
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Associate's43
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate42
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Associate's38$33,756
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's36
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Associate's36$44,443$16,750
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate34
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate32
Music.Associate's27
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's22
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate21
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Associate's21
Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions.Associate's19
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate17
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services.Undergraduate certificate14
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services.Undergraduate certificate12

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Volunteer State Community College

Volunteer State Community College is a large institution located in Gallatin, Tennessee, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 5,339 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Volunteer State Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,802 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,756 for in-state students and $17,740 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $16,401 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 28.2%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $41,150 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Volunteer State Community College confers degrees and certificates across 10 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (44% of credentials), health (23% of credentials), business (11% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Gallatin, Tennessee (suburb), Volunteer State Community College draws students from across Tennessee and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Volunteer State Community College

Q.How much does Volunteer State Community College cost?

The average net price at Volunteer State Community College is $7,802 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $16,401.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Volunteer State Community College?

Volunteer State Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Volunteer State Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Volunteer State Community College graduate earns $41,150 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Volunteer State Community College?

Published tuition is $4,756 in-state and $17,740 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Volunteer State Community College located?

Volunteer State Community College is located in Gallatin, Tennessee (ZIP 37066).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Volunteer State Community College at their official website.