Dyersburg State Community College is a public community college located in Tennessee, USA. Here is a detailed introduction:

School Overview

Long history: Founded in 1969, it is the second community college in western Tennessee. Its creation originated from the 1957 Pierce-Albright Report, which prompted Tennessee to plan to establish a higher education institution within 30-50 miles of each resident.

Location: The main campus is located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, covering an area of ​​100 acres. In addition, there are branches in Covington and Paris, serving students in nine counties in western Tennessee, including Crockett, Dale, Haywood, Henry, Lake, Lauderdale, Obion, Tipton and Weakley counties.

School size: The school is moderately sized, with approximately 2,900 students enrolled in the fall semester of 2024.

School Accreditation: Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the school's educational quality and academic level are ensured.

Academic Programs

Degree and Certificate Programs: Associate degree programs and certificate programs in various majors are offered, including Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, etc., covering business, healthcare, education, engineering technology and other fields, such as nursing, business administration, computer science, education and other majors.

Teaching Resources: With a team of highly qualified teachers, the teachers not only have rich teaching experience, but also have in-depth practical experience and research results in their respective professional fields, and can provide students with high-quality education and professional guidance.

Transfer Cooperation: Transfer cooperation has been established with many public universities and some private colleges in Tennessee. After completing relevant courses and obtaining an associate degree, students can seamlessly transfer to the cooperative colleges to continue to study for a bachelor's degree, and all credits obtained can be recognized.

Campus Life

Student Organizations and Clubs: The school has a variety of student organizations and clubs, covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports and other aspects, such as student unions, academic clubs, art clubs, sports teams, etc. Students can join corresponding organizations according to their interests and hobbies, participate in various activities, make friends, expand their network, enrich their extracurricular life, and improve their comprehensive quality and teamwork ability.

Sports activities: The school's sports programs include women's football, men's basketball, women's basketball, softball, baseball, etc., and are also recruiting students for cross-country and women's volleyball programs. Its school teams participate in inter-school competitions, providing students with opportunities to showcase their sports talents and enhancing their collective sense of honor and team spirit.

Campus activities: Various cultural activities, academic lectures, art exhibitions, sports competitions, such as concerts, drama performances, guest professor lectures, etc. are often held, creating a strong campus cultural atmosphere and enriching students' campus life.

Tuition and funding

Tuition standards: In the 2021-2022 academic year, the tuition fee for in-state students is $171 per credit hour, up to 12 credit hours, and an additional $37 per credit hour for credit hours exceeding 12 credit hours; out-of-state students must pay out-of-state tuition in addition to in-state student tuition.

Financial aid: The school provides students with a variety of financial aid methods. 87% of undergraduates will receive grants or scholarships, with an average scholarship or grant amount of $3,934, helping students reduce their financial burden and encouraging more students to pursue higher education.