Colleges Near Knoxville

Colleges and universities near me in the Knoxville, Tennessee area

There are 7 colleges in Knoxville and 58 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 233,174 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Tennessee with a population of 178,874, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Knoxville. Driving time to these schools from Knoxville should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is The University of Tennessee which is ranked #232 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is The University of Tennessee enrolling 33,805 students. In terms of affordability, Western Carolina University in Cullowhee offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $1,000 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Knoxville.
Knoxville, TN within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Southern Adventist University
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Collegedale, TN
 

Southern Adventist University

Private 4 Year

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#9 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,903enrollment
  • $24,332net price
  • 66%acceptance rate
  • 980-1280SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.59Avg GPA

89 miles from Knoxville

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Tennessee Technological University
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Cookeville, TN

Tennessee Technological University

Public 4 Year

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#2 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,902enrollment
  • $15,188net price
  • 78%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1270SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.63Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

88 miles from Knoxville

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Mountain Empire Community College
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Big Stone Gap, VA
 

Mountain Empire Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,928enrollment
  • $6,331net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

90 miles from Knoxville

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East Tennessee State University
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Johnson City, TN

East Tennessee State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#3 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 13,483enrollment
  • $14,350net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 980-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.33Estimated Avg GPA

91 miles from Knoxville

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Northeast State Community College
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Blountville, TN
 

Northeast State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 5,100enrollment
  • $6,768net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.09Avg GPA

93 miles from Knoxville

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North Georgia Technical College
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Clarkesville, GA
 

North Georgia Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,449enrollment
  • $5,272net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

95 miles from Knoxville

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Truett McConnell College
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Cleveland, GA
 

Truett McConnell College

Private 4 Year

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#17 Best Private Colleges in Georgia

  • 2,796enrollment
  • $18,835net price
  • 81%acceptance rate
  • 1000-1190SAT range
  • 18-23ACT range
  • 3.49Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

96 miles from Knoxville

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Montreat College
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Montreat, NC
 

Montreat College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

 

  • 972enrollment
  • $25,485net price
  • 68%acceptance rate
  • 1030-1220SAT range
  • 21-28ACT range
  • 3.07Avg GPA

95 miles from Knoxville

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Chattanooga State Community College
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Chattanooga, TN
 

Chattanooga State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 6,429enrollment
  • $6,827net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.0Avg GPA

94 miles from Knoxville

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Milligan College
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Milligan College, Tennessee

Milligan College

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

 

  • 1,208enrollment
  • $17,371net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1270SAT range
  • 22-26ACT range
  • 3.4Estimated Avg GPA

95 miles from Knoxville

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Miller Motte Technical College Chattanooga
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Chattanooga, TN
 

Miller Motte Technical College Chattanooga

Private 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 2,478enrollment
  • $25,709net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Knoxville

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Milligan University
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Milligan, TN

Milligan University

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,105enrollment
  • $19,865net price
  • 67%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.69Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 28

95 miles from Knoxville

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University of Phoenix Chattanooga Campus
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
 

University of Phoenix Chattanooga Campus

Private 4 Year

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  • 487enrollment
  • $18,784net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Knoxville

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Hazard Community and Technical College
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Hazard, KY
 

Hazard Community and Technical College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,556enrollment
  • $5,391net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.98Avg GPA

97 miles from Knoxville

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Blue Ridge Community College
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Flat Rock, NC
 

Blue Ridge Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,794enrollment
  • $7,677net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Knoxville

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Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers
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Chattanooga, TN
 

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and Technical Careers

Private 2 Year

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  • 220enrollment
  • $25,319net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

98 miles from Knoxville

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Virginia College School of Business and Health
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Chattanooga, TN
 

Virginia College School of Business and Health

Private 4 Year

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  • 327enrollment
  • $28,851net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Knoxville

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North Georgia College & State University
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Dahlonega, Georgia

North Georgia College & State University

Public 4 Year

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  • 6,062enrollment
  • -net price
  • 56%acceptance rate
  • 1090-1270SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.41Estimated Avg GPA

100 miles from Knoxville

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Pellissippi State Community College and is 12.4 miles from Knoxville. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Pellissippi State Community College are $4,456 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.