Chattanooga State Community College reports an enrollment total for the fall 2009 semester of 11,740 students, an increase of 11% as compared to the 2008 fall semester enrollment of 10,547.  The fall 2009 enrollment includes 9,431 students, who are registered in credit courses and 2,309 students who are enrolled in non-credit technical programs.

Vice President for Economic and Community Development, Jeff Olingy, states that Chattanooga State’s fall enrollment figures represent positive news for the community.  "An increase in enrollment is evidence that individuals understand the relationship between a practical, relevant educational foundation and success in the workforce,” says Olingy.  “The 11% growth in enrollment supports our mission to continually advance and strengthen our academic and technical programs through collaborations with local business and industry.  We are excited that the community looks to Chattanooga State as a resource for viable career-building opportunities.

For more information about Chattanooga State Community College and its educational programs, call the Chattanooga State information hotline at 423.697.4404 or toll free at 1.866.547.3733 or visit the college’s Web site at www.chattanoogastate.edu.

Chattanooga State Community College is a comprehensive, regionally accredited community college, operated under the policies and guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents College System.  Founded in 1965 and serving a six-county area in Southeast Tennessee, Chattanooga State offers a wide array of programs and services.