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Walters State Community College

Morristown, TN · Public · Associate's degrees · City

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About Walters State Community College

Walters State Community College (WSCC or Walters State) is a public community college based in Morristown, Tennessee. It was founded in 1970 and is operated by the Tennessee Board of Regents. The college was named in honor of former United States Senator Herbert S. Walters. The college serves ten predominantly rural East Tennessee counties, located in the area of the Clinch and Great Smoky Mountains with five campuses totaling approximately 6,200 degree-seeking, commuting students. The college offers over 100 programs of study, ranging from transfer programs to four-year universities to associate degree programs and technical certificates.

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Open

Acceptance

$5,387

Net price

3,591

Enrollment

33%

Grad rate

Report Card

C-

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B+

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

A+

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

C

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

SAT average

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,387

Average net price

$4,752

In-state tuition

$17,736

Out-of-state tuition

Room & board

$1,538

Books & supplies

$14,313

Total cost of attendance

30%

Students receiving Pell grants

0%

Students with federal loans

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$4,826
$30–48K
$5,087
$48–75K
$6,453
$75–110K
$7,763

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$37,085

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$31,089

Median earnings (6 yrs)

33%

Graduation rate

53%

Retention rate

62%

Earn more than a HS grad

$7,937

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

3,591

Total enrollment

30%

Part-time

21

Avg. age at entry

56%

First-generation

Gender balance

65% women
35% men

Race & ethnicity

White
81%
Hispanic
11%
Two or more races
3%
Black
3%
Asian
1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Walters State Community College FAQ

Is Walters State Community College a public or private school?

Walters State Community College is a public institution located in Morristown, TN.

What is the acceptance rate at Walters State Community College?

Walters State Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Walters State Community College cost?

The average annual net price at Walters State Community College is $5,387 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $4,752 in-state and $17,736 out-of-state.

What is the graduation rate at Walters State Community College?

About 33% of students at Walters State Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Walters State Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Walters State Community College students earn a median of $37,085 per year.

How many students attend Walters State Community College?

Walters State Community College enrolls about 3,591 students.

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