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Walters State Community College (WSCC)

500 South Davy Crockett Parkway, Morristown, TN 37813

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00886300
  • President: Wade B. Mccamey
  • Fax: (423) 585-6786
  • Type: Public, 2-Year
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Associate's
  • Local Area: Small City
  • Student Enrollment: 6,959
  • College Alias: WSCC

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About
Walters State Community College, located in Morristown, Tennessee, was founded 1970 through action by the Tennessee legislature to bring greater access to higher education to residents of the state. The school was named of United State Senator Herbert S. Walters, who represented Tennessee. The school serves 10 counties in East Tennessee through four campuses. The school maintain an annual enrollment of approximately 7000 per year. WSCC is dedicated to providing schools with the best education possible by reviewing and updating programs and services to meet the needs of the modern students.

Academics
Walters State Community College offers a variety of programs that allow students to choose the course of study and path that best fits their academic or economic needs. Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the first two years of a four year education at Walters State, followed by applying for transfer to a four year college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Transfer to public Tennessee institutions is facilitated through agreements in place between the schools that assist in and ease the requirements necessary for admission. Transfer to out of state or private schools may be more difficult due to more stringent requirements, and as a result should meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum when planning for transfer.

Career training and technical programs offer students the opportunity to receive an education in a specific field that provides the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs include a mixture of classroom and practical education, with the practical portion offering supervised training to perfect techniques and methods necessary for employment. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or degree that demonstrates competency in one's chosen field. As part of the school's dedication to workforce development, many of the programs offered are reflective of the needs of the community.

Programs offered include:


Admissions and Financial Aid
Walters State Community College is a public, two year, open enrollment that admits any individuals that meet the minimum requirements for admission, submit an application and pay all fees. Students are asked to supply transcripts and standardized test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. The school also encourages participation in new student orientation and recommends meeting with a counselor to discuss goals, program enrollment and curriculum.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to determine the extent of a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility when constructing his or her financial aid packet. Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year. 

*Not all of the programs above may be offered
 

Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend / Evening Classes Available

Website:

www.ws.edu

Mission Statement

Walters State is a learning-centered, comprehensive, public community college dedicated to increasing educational attainment and supporting economic development by providing affordable, high quality educational opportunities for the residents of East Tennessee.

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Governing System

  • The State University and Community College System of Tennessee

Accreditation

  • Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges

Facilities and Programs Offered

  • Library Available

College Carnegie Classifications

  • Basic Classification
    • - Associates--Public Rural-Serving Large
  • Undergraduate Classification
    • - Associates
  • Undergraduate Profile Classification
    • - Mixed Part/Full-Time Two-Year
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
  • Size Classification
    • - Medium Two-Year

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Walters State Community College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Agriculture Operations

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Ornamental Horticulture-3
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Business Administration-85
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Management Information Systems--
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Management Information Systems and Services, Other--
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Computer and Information Sciences

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Computer-13
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Data Processing-1
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Web and Digital Design--
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Education

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Education-24
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Engineering Technology

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Industrial Technology220
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Family and Consumer Sciences

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Child Development-2
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Health and Clinical Professions

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Emergency Medical Technology118-
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Medical Insurance Coding14-
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Medical Records Administration1716
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Medical Transcription7-
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Nursing-164
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Pharmacy Technician31-
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Physical Therapist Assistant-18
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Respiratory Care Therapy-16
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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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General Studies-1
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Liberal Arts-343
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Mechanic and Repair Technology

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Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance--
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Personal and Culinary Services

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Culinary Arts4-
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Security and Protective Services

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Police Science14815
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Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Reviewed on: January 21, 2013 Flag Review
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  • WSCC is the perfect school to get you started and ready for a transfer to a 4-year university. You just can't beat the costs here and its so worth it for the quality of education you receive. You will find it small enough that you are not overwhelmed and the courses very engaging, yet large enough to get you that college experience. Many I talked to in different programs all tend to agree. The rest of the staff and faculty in different departments are very helpful and you won't feel completely lost or alone while attending. Cool people all around at WSCC!

Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates WSCC accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be accepted.

Also, make sure to visit the admissions office webpage (http://www.ws.edu), where you can learn more about any additional application requirements and deadlines.

The WSCC admissions office phone number is (423) 585-2685. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

You can also apply online here: http://www.ws.edu

Admissions Links

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $10.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • High School or Secondary School GPA
    • - Required
  • High School or Secondary School Record
    • - Required
  • Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...)
    • - Recommended
  • TOEFL
    • - Recommended

Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants1,2441,6942,938
Number Granted Admission (%)1,238 (100%)1,687 (100%)2,925 (100%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)669 (54%)909 (54%)1,578 (54%)

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 6,959

    • - Undergraduate: 6,959

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 2,636

    - Female: 4,217

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.6 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 2,636

    - Female: 4,217

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.6 : 1

Student Attendance

  • Total Student Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 3,878

    - Part-Time: 2,975

  • Undergraduate Attendance

    • - Full-Time: 3,878

    - Part-Time: 2,975

Student Race Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien120.2%
American Indian190.3%
Black1672%
Asian500.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander50.07%
Hispanic1182%
White6,46793%
Unknown110.2%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 185869%
Ages 18-191,91928%
Ages 20-211,17217%
Ages 22-2475311%
Ages 25-2972411%
Ages 30-345027%
Ages 35-394717%
Ages 40-495298%
Ages 50-651893%
Age Over 6570.1%
Age Unknown10.01%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 55%
  • Part-Time Students: 48%

Transfer Out Rates and Schools

The transfer out rate of 13% represents the number of students that have successfully transferred out of Walters State Community College and entered into another institution, often times a 4-year university. Some of the nearby selected schools by students are listed below.

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students19%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male16%
Female21%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien-
American Indian-
Black14%
Asian22%
Hispanic17%
White19%
Unknown-

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

    To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Walters State Community College, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://www.ws.edu

    Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

    The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    Average Net Price$4,508$4,382$4,601
    $0 - $30,000$3,545$3,350$3,364
    $30,000 - $48,000$3,926$4,146$3,818
    $48,001 - $75,000$6,796$6,785$6,405
    $75,001 - $110,000$8,859$8,345$8,604
    More Than $110,000$7,964$8,569$7,834

    Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    In-District Tuition and Fees$3,375$3,101$2,933
    In-State Tuition and Fees$3,375$3,101$2,933
    Out of State Tuition and Fees$12,999$11,957$11,309
    Books and Supplies$1,200$1,200$1,200

    Undergraduate Housing Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    Off Campus
    Room and Board$3,600$3,600$3,600
    Other Expenses$3,800$3,800$3,800
    Off Campus with Family
    Other Expenses$3,800$3,800$3,800

    Undergraduate Total Expenses

    2011-122010-112009-10
    On Campus
    In-District$4,575$4,301$4,133
    In-State$4,575$4,301$4,133
    Out of State$14,199$13,157$12,509
    Off Campus
    In-District$11,975$11,701$11,533
    In-State$11,975$11,701$11,533
    Out of State$21,599$20,557$19,909
    Off Campus with Family
    In-District$8,375$8,101$7,933
    In-State$8,375$8,101$7,933
    Out of State$17,999$16,957$16,309

    Financial Aid

    Disclaimer

    The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

    Financial Aid Quick Facts

    Financial Aid Office Phone Number

    The WSCC financial aid office phone number is (423) 585-6811. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

    Financial Aid Office Webpage

    WSCC Financial Aid Office

    Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

     # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
    Any Financial Aid1,26089%-
    Any Grant or Scholarship Aid1,22186%$5,039
    All Federal Grants89563%$4,170
    Pell Grants89563%$4,169
    Other Federal Grants30%$583
    State/Local Grants & Scholarships77355%$2,439
    Institutional Grants & Scholarships23817%$2,248
    All Student Loans16512%$3,200
    Federal Student Loans16512%$3,200

    Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

    This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

     200920082007
    Default Rate (%)13.8%13.1%11.2%
    Number in Default706966
    Number in Repayment506526588

    Crime & Safety

    Arrests Made Per Year

    This table reports the number of arrests made per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

     2010-112009-102008-09
    On Campus
    Weapons Related1--

    Sports & Teams

    Athletic Associations

    • Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (Njcaa)

    Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    Total Aid$75,267$39,652$35,615
    Ratio (%)100%53%47%

    Sports and Players Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Athletes946232
    Unduplicated Athletes946232
    Baseball3232-
    Basketball361917
    Golf1111-
    Softball15-15

    Coaches Salary Breakdown

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    Head Coaches-$42,109$26,795
    Assistant Coaches-$9,830$11,951

    Number of Coaches Per Team

     TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
    All Coaches1275
    Baseball33-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches22-
    Basketball532
    Head Coaches211
    Assistant Coaches321
    Golf11-
    Head Coaches11-
    Assistant Coaches---
    Softball3-3
    Head Coaches1-1
    Assistant Coaches2-2

    Faculty & Instructors

    Employee Type Breakdown

     TotalFull-TimePart-Time
    Total Employees1,110425685
    Faculty Status719155564
    Tenured Faculty6363-
    Instruction, Research and/or Public Service719155564
    Primarily Instruction521155366
    Primarily Public Service198-198
    Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial11101
    Other Professionals11210210
    Technical and/or Paraprofessional268158110
    Clerical And Secretarial998217
    Skilled Crafts18171
    Service and/or Maintenance1243688

    Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

     TotalMaleFemale
    9/10 Month Contract
    All Faculty$49,147 (125)$50,127 (54)$48,402 (71)
    Professor$61,558 (14)$65,189 (6)$58,835 (8)
    Associate Professor$50,872 (67)$51,813 (30)$50,109 (37)
    Assistant Professor$45,834 (27)$44,342 (12)$47,029 (15)
    Instructor$37,393 (17)$38,210 (6)$36,947 (11)
    11/12 Month Contract
    All Faculty$65,932 (30)$62,210 (16)$70,186 (14)
    Professor$83,491 (6)$82,727 (3)$84,255 (3)
    Associate Professor$67,577 (14)$62,201 (6)$71,609 (8)
    Assistant Professor$57,371 (5)$56,760 (3)$58,287 (2)
    Instructor$48,817 (5)$50,924 (4)$40,389 (1)
    Equated 9 Month Contract
    All Faculty$50,076 (155)$50,304 (70)$49,888 (85)
    Professor$63,584 (20)$66,022 (9)$61,590 (11)
    Associate Professor$51,636 (81)$51,659 (36)$51,617 (45)
    Assistant Professor$46,007 (32)$44,761 (15)$47,107 (17)
    Instructor$37,972 (22)$39,593 (10)$36,622 (12)
    Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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