2024 Top Colleges for Trades and Personal Services in the Knoxville Area

• Knoxville, TN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  3,920 reviews

Junior: I am a transfer student who transferred to the University of Tennessee Knoxville a couple months back. My short experience as a Vol has been unlike anything I have ever been apart of before. The energy on this campus is miraculous. The students, faculty and staff are all so engaging and welcoming. It is clear that at this institution, success is a huge deal. Student strive to be successful while professors aim to get the students prepared for their future career. The charisma that Rocky Top has is remarkable. The campus is beautiful and safe, the resources this campus has are out of this world. I am very proud to be a Vol and will carry the University of Tennessee legacy with me wherever I may end up! Go Vols!... Read 3,920 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $21,512

• SAT range 1170-1340

• Knoxville, TN•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.98 out of 5  848 reviews

Other: I have a dual enrollment block at Pellissippi State Community College Blount County Campus and I love every minute of it. My one class that I have is great. My teacher is wonderful, there are many opportunities for success in school with teacher aid and the 24 hour tutoring center. The environment is very inviting even as part time student. The amount of emails I get to join clubs, go to social events, or participate in community service is amazing and makes me feel like I have the opportunity to be involved even as a DE student. I wouldn’t change anything at the moment. The class length is perfect. The building is very new and inviting. The amount of windows and openness for me goes a long way and makes the environment feel more comfortable. I am having a fantastic experience at Pellissippi State Community College Blount County campus and expect to have the same great time until I leave.... Read 848 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,454

• SAT range —

• Knoxville, TN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  273 reviews

Sophomore: South College is a beautiful and organized campus. Any of the staff that I have come in contact with are understanding, and extremely helpful. I have taken online classes and in person, and I can say that the professors are caring, and want their students to succeed. When considering a college during high school, I was unsure if I wanted to experience the large university scene, as I would just be a body in the room, and the professors would not know my face or name. When I toured South College for the first time it felt comfortable and refreshing, as the classrooms weren't huge and the campus was well organized. I have enjoyed getting to know my professors, and feeling like they actually care. I have loved my experience at South College!... Read 273 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $12,271

• SAT range —

• Knoxville, TN•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  16 reviews

Freshman: I moved from Traverse City, MI in order to attend this school for their surgical technology program. It has been a very seamless transition. The college staff are clear about what they require for applying and are quite helpful with solving problems. I love that the college starts their programs multiple times a year. Also the cost is amazingly lower than most other schools. Even though I just started the program this past February, I have confidence that this college will prepare me to be a safe and dependable certified surgical technologist.... Read 16 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,893

• SAT range —

• Knoxville, TN•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4 out of 5  304 reviews

Senior: I transferred to Johnson back in 2021. For the past two years (sophomore and junior), my time here has been transformative. Initially, it was hard transitioning from a bigger school to the culture of a small school. Now, I have grown to love it here! I love the professors because they are passionate, fun, and understanding. The faculty here genuinely care about the student body. Johnson offers that rare opportunity to be friends with your professors and faculty here which brings a deeper feeling of connection. Some things I would change are the level of communication between students and faculty, curfew, and dining hours. Many times students don't know what's going on and are left blindsided. Curfew is not necessary, especially for upperclassmen. Lastly, dining hours should be extended for at least another hour to accommodate athletes and other schedules.... Read 304 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $19,985

• SAT range 980-1190

• 4 Year (Online)

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  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade D minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $16,267

• SAT range —

• Harriman, TN•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  8 reviews

Freshman: The technology center has allowed me to go back to school with a flexible schedule while going to school to obtain a career. I'm so thankful for the opportunities that Tennessee college of applied technology Harriman has given me!... Read 8 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $9,728

• SAT range —