Associate of Applied Science Degrees
for students who plan to enter the workforce or wish to advance in their career upon completion. •Anesthesia Technology • Business: Administrative Professional Technology Management Medical Office Administration • Computer Information Technology: Cyber Defense Mobile Technologies Networking Programming • Criminal Justice Technology • Engineering Systems Technology • General Technology • Medical Informatics • Medical Laboratory Technology • Nursing • Radiologic Technology • Respiratory Care • Veterinary Technology
Learn more about our degree programs at www.ColumbiaState.edu/Academics
Technical Certificates
for students who seek certification in their current or intended profession but do not wish to seek a degree at this time. • Business • Commercial Entertainment: Performance Songwriting • Computed Tomography • Computer Networking • Emergency Medical Services: Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) Paramedic • Engineering Systems Technology • Film Crew Technology • Fire Science b • Hospitality & Tourism Management • Web Design & Mobile Technologies
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Associate Degrees
for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree. • Accounting* • Agriculture:* Agricultural Business Animal Science Plant & Soil Science • Anthropology* • Art (Studio)* • Biology* • Business Administration* • Chemistry* • Civil Engineering* • Commercial Entertainment** • Computer Science* • Criminal Justice* • Early Childhood Education (Pre K-3)* • Economics* • English* • Exercise Science* • Finance* • Foreign Language* • Geography* • Graphic Design** • History* • Humanities** • Imaging Sciences* • Information Systems* • International Affairs* • Kinesiology* • Management* • Marketing* • Mass Communication* • Mathematics*
• Mechanical Engineering* • Music* • Nutrition & Food Science* • Philosophy* • Physical Education* • Physics* • Political Science* • Pre-Allied Health Sciences** • Pre-Clinical Laboratory Science* • Pre-Dental Hygiene* • Pre-Health Professions:* Pre-Dentistry Medicine Optometry Pharmacy Veterinary Medicine • Pre-Occupational Therapy* • Pre-Physical Therapy* • Psychology* • Public Relations** • Secondary Educationv • Social Work* • Sociology* • Special Education* • Speech Communication* • Sport & Leisure Management* • Teaching (K-5)** • Theatre Arts* • University Parallel (No Emphasis)**G
* Tennessee Transfer Pathway majors: Columbia State students who select a major within the Tennessee Transfer Pathways, complete required courses and earn an associate degree can transition seamlessly as a junior to any Tennessee public university or to participating Tennessee independent colleges and universities. All credit hours earned will apply toward a bachelor’s degree in the same discipline. * * University Parallel majors G
Students wishing to pursue a program of study not listed should select University Parallel, No Emphasis and work with their advisor to develop an academic plan for majors not listed. Students planning to pursue a degree
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in secondary education should major in University Parallel with an emphasis in the subject they plan to teach. Electives could include EDU 201 and EDUC 2210. Learn more at www.ColumbiaState.edu/Transfer-Pathways
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Degrees & Certificates Offered 54 Associate Degree Programs
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Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs
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Technical Certificate Programs
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An important part of going to college is deciding how to pay for tuition, fees and books. Columbia State offers a comprehensive program of financial assistance in the form of grants, loans and work study. Columbia State’s financial aid office is available to answer questions and help you better understand your options.
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Tennessee Reconnect
Make a smart investment by attending a community college. Graduating Tennessee high school seniors can attend Columbia State tuition-free for two years through the Tennessee Promise scholarship program. www.TNPromise.gov.
Tennessee Reconnect is a last-dollar scholarship that provides free tuition for adults to attend a community college. Learn about the eligibility requirements at www.ColumbiaState.edu/Reconnect or call the Center for Adult Learners and Reconnect at 931.540.2655.
(National Average: 89.3%) *Fall 2017 Numbers
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(National Average: 87.1%)
1. Student-centered college, close to home. 2. Challenging associate degree programs that transfer seamlessly to four-year colleges and universities. 3. Outstanding degrees and certificates that take students directly into the workforce. 4. Opportunities to be involved and provide leadership through campus life. 5. Affordable tuition with a variety of financial aid opportunities.
ASPEN PRIZE
Top 150 U.S. Community College 2019 & 2017
2018 & 2014 AACC Award of Excellence
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2018 AACC Award of Excellence
2017-2018 Licensure Pass Rates 93% 100% 91% Radiologic Technology
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2015 A.A.S. & Technical Certificate Graduates
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Tennessee Promise
Top 5 Reasons
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(National Average: 68.5%)
in Advancing Diversity – Finalist Award in Student Success – Finalist Award
2018 AACC Award of Excellence
in Outstanding College/Corporate Partnership - Finalist Award
2017 & 2013 Bellwether Award Finalist 2017-2018 Digital Community Colleges Survey Award 3rd Among Mid-sized Colleges
2016-2017 Digital Community Colleges Survey Award 4th Among Mid-sized Colleges
2015-2016 Digital Community Colleges Survey Award 7th Among Small Colleges
2014 Innovation Award
Presented to Dr. Janet F. Smith, President
2013 Workforce Innovation Award
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Academic Organizations
Charger Student Radiographer Organization Lambda Beta Lambda Nu NAVTA Phi Theta Kappa Respiratory Care Club Sigma Kappa Delta STEM Club Student Nurses' Association
Clubs & Student Organizations Aggies All Things Education Astronomy Club Charger Game Club College Choir Columbia State Shooting Sports Club Media Club Paranormal Club Peer Leaders Performance Ensemble President’s Leadership Society PRISM R15 REVIVE Rocky Top Connect Secular Student Alliance Storytellers’ Guild Student Government Association Veterans Student Organization
Intramural Sports
Basketball Chess Cornhole Disc Golf
Flag Football Kickball Sand Volleyball Ultimate Frisbee
Get In The Game Columbia State Offers NJCAA Division I Teams
Women’s Basketball • Softball • Women’s Soccer Men’s Basketball • Baseball
Charger Core Principles: Leadership • Character • Service • Personal Growth
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