About Us
About Us
Hamilton County Collegiate High School is a partnership between the Hamilton County Department of Education and Chattanooga State Community College. Recognized as a State of Tennessee Reward School and a National Blue Ribbon School, Collegiate High empowers students in grades 9–12 to fast-track their education and get a head start on college and career goals. Students at Collegiate High participate in Dual Enrollment classes, allowing them to earn high school and college credits simultaneously. Many of our students graduate high school with both a high school diploma and an Associates Degree. Nationally, Collegiate High students are some of the most sought-after students. Our alumni have found continued success in colleges and universities across the nation. Ninety percent of Collegiate High graduates transfer to a four-year college or university. Additionally, our ACT composite continues to rank above the state and national average.
Eligibility
Student Eligibility Criteria:
- 9th-12th grade student with satisfactory attendance and discipline history.
- Must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and be on track for graduation.
- Must demonstrate college readiness by meeting the following ACT criteria, or by demonstrating college readiness on Chattanooga State’s Accuplacer exam with a score of 250 or higher in Reading, Writing, and Math.
- ACT composite score of 19 or higher;
- ACT English score or 18 or better;
- ACT Math score of 19 or higher; and
- ACT Reading score of 19 or higher.
Additionally, students must exhibit the following traits to be successful in a college setting: maturity, discipline, self-advocacy, and time management.
Application Process
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now closed. Applications for the 2027-2028 school year will open in the Fall of 2026. Complete this interest form if you would like to receive an email when applications open.
Attendance Policies
Our students follow the Chattanooga State academic calendar rather than the Hamilton County School academic calendar, including extended breaks, inclement weather, and some holidays.While we offer students flexibility with their schedule, students are expected to arrive to class on time and consistently. Attendance policies are further explained in the Student/Guardian Handbook.It is important to note that, unlike traditional high schools, CSCC professors may set their own individual policies regarding attendance, which could impact students’ grades and ability to remain enrolled.
Campus Map
Chattanooga State Campus
4501 Amnicola Highway
Chattanooga, TN 37406
Collegiate High Office: Branch 21 (CAT Building on the map)- Directions can be found in our FAQs.
Tuition and Fees
Dual Enrollment classes are based on the tuition rates set forth by Chattanooga State and may change annually. While we do offer grants for qualifying Juniors & Seniors, as well as a low-income scholarship for qualifying 9th-12th graders, any remaining balance is the responsibility of the guardian(s) and student. See the FAQs for more information on these funding opportunities.
Out of state and out of district students will also be required to pay a percentage of the current out of state/district tuition rate to Hamilton County Schools. This tuition may fluctuate annually.
Please review our FAQs to learn more about tuition and funding opporutnities.
Transportation
Providing it fits with a student’s schedule, students may use the HCS STEM School bus. This bus does not run when Hamilton County Schools is not in session. Students may also ride on Carta Route 28 for free if they have signed up for Chattanooga Public Library’s Read and Ride Program. Click here for details.
