Apply for Admission - Always Free

Apply to Volunteer State Community College online. The application is free and takes just a few steps. Vol State serves students at campuses in Gallatin, Cookeville, Livingston, and Springfield, and online.

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Click “Apply Here” and follow the steps below (Chrome is the preferred browser):

  1. Create an account.
  2. Verify the account by entering the PIN that will be sent to the email provided.
  3. Once logged in, complete the application.

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Not Ready to Apply?

Not ready to apply yet? Request more information, and an admissions advisor will contact you about programs, costs, and next steps.

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After You Apply

Once your application is submitted, follow Vol State's four enrollment steps to get ready for classes:

  1. Get admitted: submit your official transcripts and verify your identity.
  2. Determine placement: use your ACT scores or high school GPA, or take a placement test.
  3. Meet with an advisor: required for first-time freshmen and recommended for everyone.
  4. Pay for college: complete the FAFSA and explore TN Promise, TN Reconnect, and scholarships.

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