Walters State Community College
Walters State Community College (WSCC) is located in Morristown, Tennessee. WSCC is a state-supported community college that was established back in 1970. The school currently serves just under 7000 students and is operated by the Tennessee Board of Regents. The main goal of WSCC is to provide the community with comprehensive academic programs at an affordable price. It even has the distinction of being one of the most tech-savvy community colleges in the country. There are over 100 programs of study at WSCC and students will be able to earn various associate’s degrees and technical certificates. Many of the associate’s degree programs are fully transferable over to four-year universities, making this a practical school for anyone who wishes to move on to earn a bachelor’s degree. WSCC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
The nursing program at WSCC is actually among the most popular options in the school. This associate’s degree in nursing program teaches students the right skills to find success as registered nurses. Graduates of this program will be ready for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. Students at WSCC have traditionally enjoyed success rates higher than the state and national average on this exam. This nursing program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleSmall City |
| Number of Students6,075 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio18:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate57% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 14 | 99 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 61 miles radius of Walters State Community College
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Morristown
2 miles away |
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville
43 miles away |
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Northeast State Community College
51 miles away |
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Mountain Empire Community College
52 miles away |
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jacksboro
53 miles away |
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Pellissippi State Community College
54 miles away |
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Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College
54 miles away |
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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
59 miles away |
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Southwestern Community College
60 miles away |
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton
61 miles away |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges 01/01/1972 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 01/01/1981 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $160/credit | |
| In State Students | $160/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $695/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $7,200 | $7,200 | $31,275 |
| ADN | 70 | $11,200 | $11,200 | $48,650 |
| BSN | 125 | $20,000 | $20,000 | $86,875 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 97% of Walters State Community College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 61% | $4,036 |
| Other Federal Grant | 7% | $682 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 88% | $3,127 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 15% | $3,194 |
| Federal Student Loans | -- | -- |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$4,165
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$3,236 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$3,101 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$5,328 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$6,722 |
| Over $110,000$6,177 |
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Student Population
6,075
Undergrads
0
Graduates
3,737
Women
2,338
Men
54%
Full-time
46%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
89% |
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Hispanic |
4% |
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Two or more races |
3% |
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Black/African American |
2% |
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Asian |
1% |
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Non-resident alien |
0% |
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Race/ethnicity unknown |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Tennessee state board of nursing.
