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New Careers Start Here. Welcome to Chattanooga State, where easy access to enrollment assistance, financial aid options, and workforce training programs provide the support you need to succeed as you take your next step.

This form will connect you to personalized enrollment assistance and educational opportunities at ChattState. Whether you are looking to gain new skills, earn a degree, or change careers, we’ll connect you with helpful resources to guide you toward your future career.

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Fast Track your Career with High-Demand Job Skills

Quickly skill-up or learn new tools that you will need to enter high-demand industries and transition into a new career without delay. From certifications to degree programs, find the next stop on your journey with help from ChattState. Popular short-term certificates include:

Welding
Advanced Manufacturing
Logistics & Supply Chain
IT Support

Learn a New Trade

Start a New Hands-On Career in One Year or Less

In one year or less, you will develop the skills needed to thrive in today’s job market and the adaptability to get ahead in the careers of tomorrow. Some notable technical programs include:

Computer Support Technician
Industrial Automation & Robotics
Motorcycle & Marine Service Technician
Landscape & Turf Management
HVAC/R
Machine Tool Technology
Medical Assisting
Commercial Truck Driving
Business Office Specialist

Enroll now for Summer & Fall Sessions.

Earn a Degree

Chart a new path with a certificate or two-year degree.

Workers with associate degrees earned 17.7% more than those with high school diplomas in 2023. ChattState offers a variety of degree and certificate programs in fast-growing fields:

Engineering & IT

Chemical Engineering Technology / Chemical Operator 
Mechatronics
Engineering Systems - Robotics
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Design Drafting
Welding

Business & Industry

Paralegal  (A.A.S. and certificate)
Digital Media (A.A.S.)
Culinary (A.A.S)
Hospitality & Tourism (A.A.S.)
Business Management (A.A.S. and TTP options)
Entrepreneurship (A.A.S)
Graphic Arts (A.A.S.)
Transportation & Logistics

Not sure which program is right for you? ChattState offers over 150 degrees, diplomas, and certificates. We will help you find the best match based on your interests and skills. Discover the best route for you with a Pathway U assessment.

Help Me Find My Next Career!

Save Money on College

Free and discounted tuition is available at ChattState. Tailored solutions help make learning affordable for you and your family.

Prior Learning Assessment

You’ve worked hard to earn your technical skills and industry certifications. With ChattState’s Prior Learning Assessment program, you may be able to turn those skills and credentials into credit at ChattState. Contact Wendolyn Davis to learn more.

TN Reconnect at ChattState

Adults 23 and older without a college degree may qualify for free tuition through TN Reconnect at ChattState. Attend an information session to learn more.

Have Questions?

Check out our Financial Aid FAQ to learn more about grants, scholarships, and how to apply for financial aid, including FAFSA assistance.

How can I pay for my classes at Chattanooga State?

You can apply for financial aid at StudentAid.gov, apply for the TN Reconnect Grant at TNReconnect.gov, apply for scholarships at websites like FastWeb.com, apply for Chattanooga State scholarships, or check out Chattanooga State payment plans.

How do I apply for financial aid to help pay for my classes at Chattanooga State?

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at StudentAid.gov.

You will need to complete the 2024-2025 application for summer 2025, and the 2025 - 2026 application for the fall semester. If you are 23 or older or are married, have children you support, or are a military veteran or are on active duty, you can also apply for the TN Reconnect Grant at TNReconnect.gov. There may also be other scholarships or payment plans available to you.

What if I took classes at another college?

Make sure to send all transcripts from any other colleges or universities you have attended to the Admissions Office at [email protected]. You may need all your previous college transcripts to register for classes or receive financial aid, but you may also be able to transfer credits towards your new degree.

What if I didn’t finish high school?

You don’t need a high school transcript to enroll in a technical program at TCAT-Chattanooga, but you do have to show proof of high school completion to enroll in a degree-seeking program at a community college. Contact the Chattanooga State Testing Center to see about scheduling a high school equivalency exam or getting your G.E.D.

What If I have already taken classes at Chattanooga State?

Contact the Enrollment Services Center to see what you need to do about applying for readmission, getting back into your Chatt State account, completing an appeal for Academic Suspension, or connecting with an Academic Advisor. You may also need to complete an appeal for financial aid if you are not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) guidelines.

What types of financial aid might be available to me at Chattanooga State?

Visit the Financial Aid webpage to learn more about the scholarship, grant, and loan programs offered at ChattState or TCAT Chattanooga.

What if I have questions about financial aid or paying for my classes at Chattanooga State?

Visit the Financial Aid webpage to find out more information, or contact the Financial Aid Office at 423-697-4402 or [email protected]. You can also stop by the Enrollment Services Center (ESC), located in the Student Center at the main campus during normal business hours (8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday).