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Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers

#2388 in US ranking Chattanooga, TN
Type:
Private for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$39,451
Tuition & fees
$12,709
Avg. aid
$4,169
Receiving aid
89%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
12%
Median salary
$30,377
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Chattanooga College lists the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) as its institutional accreditor. Institutional accreditation concerns the college as a whole; it should not be confused with accreditation or approval of an individual medical or dental program.

Before committing to a program, verify the college's current status in ACCSC's directory and ask whether the specific program has any separate approval required for its intended occupation. Institutional accreditation can be relevant to federal financial-aid eligibility, but aid also depends on the institution, program, and student meeting applicable rules. It does not guarantee that another college will accept transfer credit or that a licensing board will recognize a credential.

What are the admission requirements at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Chattanooga College reports an open-admission policy. That generally means applicants are not competing for a limited number of places through a conventional selective-admissions process; it does not mean that every applicant can begin every program without further steps.

Applicants should obtain the current admissions checklist for their chosen program, including the required application, educational credentials, enrollment paperwork, and any health, background, or placement requirements associated with hands-on training. They should also confirm the next available start date and when each requirement must be completed. The college reports that it does not award incoming credit for Advanced Placement examinations or dual credit, although it does recognize credit for life experience under its policies.

What are the application fees and waivers at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Applicants should distinguish an application fee from charges due later, such as registration, supplies, or a tuition deposit. Ask admissions for a written, itemized explanation of any payment required to apply and whether an eligible applicant can request a waiver before paying.

Confirm whether fees differ by program or application method and whether a payment is refundable if enrollment does not proceed. An application charge should not be assumed from the college's published tuition or required-fee figures.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Students interested in ROTC should establish whether they can participate through an arrangement with a nearby host institution before relying on it as part of an enrollment plan. ROTC participation at another college is different from a unit operated by Chattanooga College.

Army, Air Force, and Navy ROTC have distinct eligibility rules, application processes, scholarship terms, and potential service obligations. A prospective cadet should confirm both the host program's cross-enrollment rules and whether an ROTC schedule can accommodate Chattanooga College's classes and required practical training.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Chattanooga College enrolled transfer-in students in its reported student population, but admission as a transfer student and acceptance of particular credits are separate decisions. An applicant with prior college work should request a program-specific credit evaluation before assuming it will shorten the program.

Provide official transcripts and, where requested, course descriptions or syllabi. Ask the registrar or admissions office which courses can satisfy current requirements, whether technical or clinical courses have recency limits, and how accepted credit changes tuition, the schedule, and financial-aid eligibility. Prior learning credit is another distinct process and should be evaluated under the college's written policy.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers?

Students considering international study should first determine whether it can fit their Chattanooga College program's required sequence. Career programs with scheduled labs or practical placements can be difficult to interrupt without delaying completion.

If a student proposes an external or short-term international course, written approval of its credit and its effect on the program schedule should come before paying a third-party provider. Financial aid for external study also requires a separate eligibility review; an outside program is not automatically covered by aid awarded for study at Chattanooga College.

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 123

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 123
Transfer: 90

Chattanooga College Medical Dental and & Technical Careers Admission Requirements

Open admission policy

Yes

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) credits

No

Special learning opportunities

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

No

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

No

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.