Tennessee Community Colleges
Mathematics Programs
Mathematics coursework at community colleges in this state. College algebra, precalculus, calculus, and statistics for transfer to four-year programs.
12 colleges · 1544 sections · 41 unique courses · Fall 2026 · Updated today
Math is among the most consequential coursework students take at Tennessee community colleges — both because it gates progress into many degrees (nursing, engineering, business) and because it's the most-failed subject for community college students nationally. 12 TBR institutions offer 1544 sections this term, from developmental algebra through Calculus III, statistics, and discrete math.
The math associate as a standalone credential is rare — most students taking lots of math at CC are using it as pre-engineering, pre-CS, pre-actuarial, or pre-finance preparation. Compare colleges below by section availability (especially calculus, which not every CC offers locally) and online vs in-person options.
Colleges offering Mathematics
| College | Sections | Courses | Online | Awards/yr | 5-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pellissippi State Community College | 206 | 22 | — | — | — |
| Nashville State Community College | 159 | 21 | 3 | — | — |
| Chattanooga State Community College | 151 | 21 | 59 | — | — |
| Columbia State Community College | 137 | 20 | 27 | — | — |
| Motlow State Community College | 127 | 16 | 35 | — | — |
| Northeast State Community College | 127 | 20 | 22 | — | — |
| Jackson State Community College | 115 | 18 | 45 | — | — |
| Southwest Tennessee Community College | 112 | 21 | 4 | — | — |
| Volunteer State Community College | 112 | 22 | 23 | — | — |
| Cleveland State Community College | 103 | 20 | 19 | — | — |
| Walters State Community College | 102 | 17 | — | — | — |
| Dyersburg State Community College | 93 | 18 | 34 | — | — |
Mathematics Availability Snapshot
How mathematics sections are being offered across 12 colleges in Tennessee this term (1544 sections total).
Delivery format
- in person1273 (82%)
- online262 (17%)
- zoom9 (1%)
When sections meet
- Morning (before noon)597
- Afternoon (noon–5 PM)358
- Evening (5 PM and after)133
- Asynchronous / TBA456
Start dates
Sections begin on 16 distinct dates. 1458 late-start more than two weeks after the term's earliest start.
Instructor diversity
Taught by 165 distinct instructors across 12 colleges.
Degree requirements by college
Expand a college to see the courses required for graduation. Data sourced from each college's official catalog.
Chattanooga State Community College3 programs
Cleveland State Community College1 program
Cleveland State Community College is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution
Detailed course requirements are not yet available for this program. View in college catalog
Source: College catalog
Columbia State Community College3 programs
Dyersburg State Community College2 programs
Jackson State Community College1 program
Recommended Course Sequence
62 credits- ENGL 1010English Composition I(3 cr)66 sections
- ENGL 1020English Composition II(3 cr)16 sections
- COL 1030College to Career Navigation(3 cr)45 sections
- MATH 1910Calculus I(4 cr)3 sections
- MATH 1920Calculus II(4 cr)1 section
- CITC 1301Intro.Programming & Logic(3 cr)2 sections
- COMM 2025Fundamentals of Communication(3 cr)32 sections
- MATH 2110Calculus III(4 cr)1 section
- MATH 2120Differential Equations(3 cr)2 sections
- MATH 2010Introduction to Linear Algebra(3 cr)1 section
Source: College catalog
Nashville State Community College2 programs
Northeast State Community College1 program
Southwest Tennessee Community College1 program
First Semester: 16 Credits
16 creditsSee catalog for course list
Second Semester: 14 Credits
14 creditsSee catalog for course list
Third Semester: 14 Credits
14 creditsSee catalog for course list
Fourth Semester: 16 Credits
16 creditsSee catalog for course list
Source: College catalog
Volunteer State Community College4 programs
Walters State Community College2 programs
Common Mathematics courses
- MATH 1530Introductory Statistics(440 sections)
- MATH 1710Precalculus Algebra(135 sections)
- MATH 1130College Algebra(128 sections)
- MATH 0530Statistics Learning Support - Must also register for MATH 1530 005 (CRN 80666)(109 sections)
- MATH 1010Math for General Studies - Must also register for MATH 0010-005 (CRN 81769)(96 sections)
- MATH 1720Precalculus Trigonometry(56 sections)
- MATH 1630Finite Mathematics(54 sections)
- MATH 1910Calculus 1(50 sections)
- MATH 0030Lab for Math 1130(45 sections)
- MATH 1830Applied Calculus(39 sections)
- MATH 0835Statistics Support(31 sections)
- MATH 0130College Algebra Support - Must also register for MATH 1130-038 (CRN 81351)(27 sections)
Frequently asked questions
- Which math classes count for a four-year college?
- College Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Statistics, Calculus I/II/III, and Differential Equations transfer cleanly to Tennessee four-year programs. Developmental math (pre-algebra, basic algebra) doesn't transfer but is often required to enter college-level math. Take the placement test before enrolling; many Tennessee colleges now offer accelerated pathways that skip much of the developmental sequence.
- Can I take Calculus at a community college and transfer it cleanly?
- Yes — Calculus I, II, and III at any TBR college articulate to the standard calculus sequence at Tennessee four-year programs. This is one of the strongest CC value propositions: same content as the four-year, smaller class sizes, much lower tuition. Many engineering and physics majors intentionally take calculus at CC before transferring.
- What can I do with a math associate degree?
- Standalone: not much directly — entry roles for math-heavy careers (actuarial, statistician, data analyst) require a bachelor's. The associate is most valuable as the lower-division foundation for transfer to math, engineering, computer science, economics, or finance bachelor's programs.
- How do I know which math course to start with?
- Tennessee community colleges use placement tests (Accuplacer, ALEKS, multiple-measures placement) or your high-school transcript GPA + most-recent math grade to place you. Most colleges allow you to challenge a higher placement. Talk to a math advisor before your first semester — placing too low costs time and tuition; placing too high causes a failed course.
Compare Mathematics programs in other states
Same comparison view, different state systems. Useful if you’re considering an out-of-state community college or just want to see how Tennessee’s mathematics programs stack up.
Other programs in Tennessee
Some programs may not be offered at every college — pages render only when the program meets a coverage threshold for the state.