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Private Nonprofit2-year

John A Gupton College

Nashville, Tennessee Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#108
Nationally
#2
In Tennessee
84%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$10,980
Annual Tuition
per year
160
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
66/100
Good
#108 nationally
#2 in Tennessee
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability87
πŸ“šAcademic Environment100
πŸ”¬Program Breadth38

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

John A Gupton College is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Nashville, Tennessee. With 160 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 84%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $10,980, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $7,501 after grants and scholarships β€” making it one of the more affordable options in its category.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate84%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
31
Applied
26
Admitted
18
Enrolled
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)18 – 23
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$10,980/yr
Room & Board$1,300/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$13,340/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$10,980↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$7,501
$30,001 – $48,000$11,259
$48,001 – $75,000$19,119
Student Body
160
Total Undergrads
68% F / 32% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 83%
Hispanic 2%
Black 12%
Asian 1%
Two or more 2%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($10,980/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Very affordable for low-income families: avg net price is only $7,501/yr for households earning under $30K
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (84% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,300/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (160 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students from low- and middle-income families who need an affordable option, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNashville, Tennessee
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$7,501
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#2
in Tennessee out of 7+ colleges
#108
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.