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Colleges in Tennessee

144 colleges in 55 cities and 48 counties · Data as of 10/15/2026

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Colleges in Tennessee at a glance

  • Tennessee has 144 colleges, about 0.20 for every 10,000 residents.
  • That is 11% more per resident than the national rate of 0.18 per 10,000.
  • The most common type is Trade and Career School (47, 33%), followed by Private College (40) and Community College (35).
  • The largest concentrations are in Nashville (23), Memphis (21) and Chattanooga (6).

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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges are in Tennessee?
There are 144 colleges in Tennessee in our data as of 10/15/2026.
Which Tennessee cities have the most colleges?
Nashville (23), Memphis (21), Chattanooga (6), Knoxville (5), Cleveland (4).