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Motlow State Community College
Tullahoma, Tennessee · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 6015 Ledford Mill Road, Tullahoma, TN 37388 · Phone: (931) 393-1500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Motlow State Community College is a public trade and career school in Tullahoma, TN, offering EMT and paramedic training, accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Motlow State Community College has a 33.6% completion rate, below the Tennessee average of 64.3%, and median graduate earnings of $40,397 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt figures are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 28.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,720 | $40,330 | $48,430 |
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
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
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
Motlow State Community College is a public community college located in Tullahoma, TN. The campus participates in federal financial aid programs (Title IV), meaning students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help pay for training here. It is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with its nursing-related offerings recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. Among its trade and career-training offerings, EMT & paramedic training is the leading program, with 64 recorded completers.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 33.6%, which is below the Tennessee state average of 64.3% for similar institutions. Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,397. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 28.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment.
This campus, located in a fringe rural area with an undergraduate enrollment of roughly 3,962, may suit students seeking short, focused career training such as EMT and paramedic coursework rather than longer academic degree tracks. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on individual scheduling needs, which are not detailed in this data. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Motlow State Community College offers 3 trade and career program families, with EMT & paramedic training as the leading program, showing 64 completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, with nursing-related programs also recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 33.6%, which is below the Tennessee state average of 64.3% for comparable institutions.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are reported at $40,397.
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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Motlow State Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding support.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (931) 393-1500 or visit its website for program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?221096.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program length or schedule flexibility, so fit for adult career-changers is not reported in federal data; contact the school to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements for EMT and paramedic training are not detailed in this data; contact the school directly for certification information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Motlow State Community College at (931) 393-1500 or visit https://www.mscc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?221096 for regional comparisons.
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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.