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Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, Tennessee · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 4501 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37406 · Phone: (423) 697-4400 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Chattanooga State Community College is a public trade and career school in Chattanooga, Tennessee, offering radiology, dental assistant, and EMT training programs, accredited through SACS and program-specific bodies.
Chattanooga State's completion rate is 25.9%, below the Tennessee state average of 64.3%; median graduate debt is $10,419 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,598, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Chattanooga State Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $50,540 | $64,630 | $78,700 |
| Dental assistants | $37,810 | $46,720 | $59,270 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,720 | $40,330 | $48,430 |
| Dental hygienists | $76,190 | $84,640 | $94,240 |
| Medical assistants | $34,840 | $39,570 | $45,580 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $35,550 | $41,920 | $48,270 |
| Medical records specialists | $37,320 | $48,780 | $62,930 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Tennessee (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Chattanooga State Community College is a public community college located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. It participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The college holds regional accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, along with program-specific accreditation from bodies such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 14 trade-oriented program families, the most-awarded programs are radiology and sonography (56 completions), dental assistant training (34 completions), and EMT and paramedic training (24 completions).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 25.9%, which is below the Tennessee state average of 64.3%. Graduates carry a median debt of $10,419, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $37,598. About 35.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a range of shorter certificate-style programs alongside associate degree pathways in the health sciences, this campus setting may suit students seeking focused clinical or technical training, though program length and scheduling fit for career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the named accreditors and review the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for the most current outcome figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Chattanooga State offers 14 trade-related program families, with the most completions in radiology & sonography programs (56), dental assistant training (34), and EMT & paramedic training (24).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds regional accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, plus program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 25.9%, which is below the Tennessee state average of 64.3%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $10,419, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $37,598, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (423) 697-4400 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public community college, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to private institutions and continued state oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to ask about specific program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the listed accrediting bodies and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219824.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; program length and schedule details should be confirmed directly with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to learn what credentials each program prepares graduates for.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Chattanooga State Community College at (423) 697-4400 or through its website, https://www.chattanoogastate.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?219824 can be used to compare schools directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.