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John A Gupton College

Nashville, Tennessee · Official Website ↗

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#108
National
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#2
TN Rank
66Overall Score
84%
Accept Rate
N/A
Grad Rate (6yr)
160
Students
$10,980
Tuition
$7,501
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
66
66/100
Composite Score
#108 nationally · #2 in TN
Student Outcomes
35%50/100
Affordability
35%87/100
Program Breadth
20%38/100
Academic Profile
10%100/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 2-year peer group.

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About John A Gupton College

John A Gupton College is a private two-year community college located in Nashville, Tennessee. It is ranked #108 nationally and #2 in Tennessee by our composite scoring methodology. John A Gupton College is a open access institution, admitting 84% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 160 students , with costs above the national average. For families earning $0–$30K, the average net price after aid is $7,501.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
84%
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,980
Net Price (0–30K income)
$7,501
6-Year Graduation Rate
N/A
Total Enrollment
160
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Very affordable for low-income families (net price under $10K)
✓Strong academic profile among admitted students
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
Considerations
!Limited publicly reported outcome data available
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.Lower-income families who qualify for need-based financial aid
3.Students exploring careers before transferring to a 4-year institution
4.Working adults seeking affordable workforce training and certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

John A Gupton College has an acceptance rate of 84%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.

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Rankings
National Rank#108
Tennessee Rank#2
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePrivate Nonprofit
Level2-year
LocationNashville, TN
Enrollment160 students
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Affordability
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,980/yr
Net Price (0–$30K income)
$7,501/yr
After grants and need-based aid

Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.