Colleges Near Parsons

Colleges and universities near me in the Parsons, Tennessee area

There are 48 colleges within 100 miles of Parsons enrolling a total of 159,783 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Tennessee with a population of 2,373, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Parsons. The nearest college is Freed Hardeman University in Henderson at a distance of 32.5 miles from Parsons. Driving time to these schools from Parsons should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Vanderbilt University in Nashville which is ranked #14 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Middle Tennessee State University enrolling 20,086 students. In terms of affordability, Itawamba Community College in Fulton offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $2,900 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 Parsons.
Parsons, TN within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Freed Hardeman University
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Henderson, TN
 

Freed Hardeman University

Private 4 Year

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#17 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,330enrollment
  • $18,556net price
  • 91%acceptance rate
  • 1040-1240SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.75Avg GPA

32 miles from Parsons

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Jackson State Community College
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Jackson, TN
 

Jackson State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,442enrollment
  • $7,921net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

37 miles from Parsons

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Lane College
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HBCU
Jackson, TN

Lane College

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 1,010enrollment
  • $13,370net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.57Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 21

38 miles from Parsons

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Bethel University
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McKenzie, TN
 

Bethel University

Private 4 Year

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#18 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 4,686enrollment
  • $13,858net price
  • 89%acceptance rate
  • 928-1130SAT range
  • 16-22ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA

40 miles from Parsons

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Union University
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Jackson, TN

Union University

Private 4 Year

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#4 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

  • 2,731enrollment
  • $28,585net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • 1100-1370SAT range
  • 23-30ACT range
  • 3.8Avg GPA

41 miles from Parsons

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Columbia State Community College
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Columbia, TN
 

Columbia State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,954enrollment
  • $8,275net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

Applications Due Aug 13

57 miles from Parsons

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Heritage Christian University
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Florence, AL
 

Heritage Christian University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 143enrollment
  • $5,020net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.1Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 21

61 miles from Parsons

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University of North Alabama
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Florence, AL

University of North Alabama

Public 4 Year

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  • 9,830enrollment
  • $9,837net price
  • 96%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA

63 miles from Parsons

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The University of Tennessee Martin
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Martin, TN
 

The University of Tennessee Martin

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#5 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 6,868enrollment
  • $12,619net price
  • 88%acceptance rate
  • 1020-1240SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.6Avg GPA

63 miles from Parsons

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Northwest Shoals Community College Muscle Shoals
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Muscle Shoals, AL
 

Northwest Shoals Community College Muscle Shoals

Public 2 Year

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  • 4,032enrollment
  • $4,113net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.39Avg GPA

68 miles from Parsons

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Murray State University
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Murray, KY

Murray State University

Public 4 Year

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#3 Best Public Universities in Kentucky

  • 9,479enrollment
  • $11,042net price
  • 84%acceptance rate
  • 965-1190SAT range
  • 19-26ACT range
  • 3.57Avg GPA

67 miles from Parsons

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Martin Methodist College
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Pulaski, TN

Martin Methodist College

Private 4 Year

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  • 934enrollment
  • $16,762net price
  • 80%acceptance rate
  • 1025-1160SAT range
  • 19-23ACT range
  • 3.17Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 26

69 miles from Parsons

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Northeast Mississippi Community College
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Booneville, MS
 

Northeast Mississippi Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 3,062enrollment
  • $9,867net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

72 miles from Parsons

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O'More College of Design
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Franklin, TN

O'More College of Design

Private 4 Year

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  • 157enrollment
  • $26,987net price
  • 31%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • 3.78Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 31

73 miles from Parsons

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Austin Peay State University
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Clarksville, TN

Austin Peay State University

Public 4 Year

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#8 Best Public Universities in Tennessee

  • 9,326enrollment
  • $16,140net price
  • 94%acceptance rate
  • 983-1170SAT range
  • 18-24ACT range
  • 3.3Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 4

75 miles from Parsons

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Dyersburg State Community College
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Dyersburg, TN
 

Dyersburg State Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 2,683enrollment
  • $5,803net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 2.97Avg GPA

76 miles from Parsons

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Williamson Christian College
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Franklin, TN
 

Williamson Christian College

Private 4 Year

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  • 60enrollment
  • $10,299net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.25Avg GPA

76 miles from Parsons

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Daymar College Clarksville
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Clarksville, TN
 

Daymar College Clarksville

Private 4 Year

2 reviews

 

  • 371enrollment
  • $28,119net price
  • 53%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

77 miles from Parsons

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Jackson State Community College and is 37 miles from Parsons. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Jackson State Community College are $4,618 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Jackson State Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.