Roane State Community College

Overview

Financial Information

• Scholarships and Financial Aid:
  Lottery scholarships and federal and state grant as well as scholarships through the Roane State Foundation and other sources are available. Our Financial Aid staff can give you personalized attention throughout the process of applying for and receiving aid.
• Tuition and Fees:
  Tuition at Roane State is about half of four-year colleges. Whether you are interested in entering the workforce or transferring to a university, Roane State is an affordable way to reach your goals.

Information for Transfer In Students

• Accepts Transfers:
  Yes, a degree-seeking applicant who has attended another college or university will be considered a transfer student.
• Transfer Applications Accepted:
  Transcripts from all previously attended institutions should be mailed directly to the Admissions and Records Office. Transcripts are not accepted from students. An evaluation of college credit will be completed. An official high school transcript or
• Transfer Agreements:
  Tennessee Transfer Pathways (TTP) help students who plan to transfer to Tennessee public universities to complete their baccalaureate degrees. A student who completes all the courses listed on a TTP will earn an AA or AS degree from Roane State.
• View Agreements:
  www.roanestate.edu/articulation
• Adult Degree Completion Programs:
  Associate of Science General Studies, Associate of Arts General Studies
• Credit for Prior Learning:
  Portfolio Assessments, Institutional Challenge Exams, ACE-Military, ACE-Workplace Training, DANTES/DSST Exams, CLEP, ACT, LPN (Nursing) Mobility, AP, Certified Professional Secretary/Certified Administrative Professional.

Additional Information

• Adult Learner Focused Institution:
  Tennessee Reconnect provides eligible students an opportunity to enter/reenter Roane State either full-time or part-time with no tuition expense or mandatory fees. If you want to take advantage of the Reconnect grant, it’s important to start the process soon.
• Veteran Friendly:
  Yes, Roane State Veteran Services can help you with obtaining and utilizing your earned GI Bill® educational benefits and achieve your educational goals. The category of benefits you may receive will depend upon when you served, your length of service, and other factors. You must be admitted to the college in a degree or certificate-seeking program to receive benefits. Lynzee Patrick patrickl@roanestate.edu (865) 354-3000 ext 4149 Located at: Roane State Community College 276 Patton Lane Harriman, TN 37748
• Flexible Options:
  Taking classes while you work is challenging, but you can do it! Students in Roane State evening classes study together, build friendships and encourage each other as they pursue their degrees.

Transfer Application Requirements

• Minimum GPA:
  Students must graduate from an approved high school, home school or receive a high school equivalency (HSE) diploma and submit to the Admissions Office an official high school transcript or an official copy of HSE scores.
• Official Transcripts:
  Official transcripts of all previous college coursework must be sent to the college at the time of application. Foreign transcripts not issued in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
• Letters of Recommendation:
  Roane State Community College subscribes to the “open door” policy for admissions; however, prospective students must meet the admission requirement for the student classification for which they are seeking admission. TBR Policy 2.03.00.00
• Essay:
  Roane State Community College subscribes to the “open door” policy for admissions; however, prospective students must meet the admission requirement for the student classification for which they are seeking admission. TBR Policy 2.03.00.00
• Application Fee:
  No Application Fee
• Interview:
  Roane State Community College subscribes to the “open door” policy for admissions; however, prospective students must meet the admission requirement for the student classification for which they are seeking admission. TBR Policy 2.03.00.00
• Other Requirements:
  NOTE: The high school transcript must be a regular or honors diploma. A special education diploma or certificate of attendance DOES NOT meet this requirement.
• Request More Information:
  Request More Information
• Apply Here:
  http://www.roanestate.edu/?6958-Admissions-Apply-Now

Transfer Credit Policy

• Minimum Grade:
  Courses earned with grades of A,B,C,D, or P will be considered for applicability toward a degree and certificate programs from Roane State.
• Credits (Min/Max):
  A minimum of 18 of the remaining 36 semester hours of coursework must be completed in residence at Roane State.

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