Choose Columbia State
Accepting applications for Summer 2022 and Fall 2022!
With more than 80 degree and certificate programs to choose from and five campuses close to home, Columbia State has something for everyone.
Small Classes • Online • Affordable • Local
Looking for a rewarding and high-demand field? Check out one of our 80+ academic programs, including:
- Business
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Engineering
- Engineering Systems Technology
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology
- and more!
Have questions? Call 931.540.2790 or email Admissions@ColumbiaState.edu.
Summer & Fall 2022 Application Deadlines
Summer
Full Term, 1st Term
• Apply By: May 9
• Classes Start: May 23
• Classes Start: May 23
2nd Term
• Apply By: June 14
• Classes Start: June 28
• Classes Start: June 28
Fall
Full Term, 1st 10 Weeks, 1st 7 Weeks
• Apply By: August 5
• Classes Start: August 22
• Classes Start: August 22
2nd 10 Weeks
• Apply By: September 9
• Classes Start: September 26
• Classes Start: September 26
2nd 7 Weeks
• Apply By: September 23
• Classes Start: October 2
• Classes Start: October 2
You might be able to attend tuition-free.
Did you know? Many of our students can attend tuition-free through the Tennessee Promise and Tennessee Reconnect programs. We also offer other types of financial aid to help you pay for college.






Meet Your Recruiter
Columbia State recruiters are an important part of the admissions process. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to a recruiter and they will be happy to help you.
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Accreditation
Columbia State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, Associate of Science degree, Associate of Applied Science degree, Associate of Science in Teaching degree, and Technical Certificates. For more information, go to Columbia State Community College Accreditation.