Southwest Tennessee Community College

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a public, open-access two-year college in the Memphis area and a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents system. Established in 2000 through the merger of two predecessor institutions, it serves communities in Shelby and Fayette counties. The college offers associate degrees, technical certificates, university-transfer courses and workforce development programs. Its teaching combines classroom instruction, online courses and hands-on learning. Macon Cove and Union Avenue are its main campuses, with additional education centers serving Memphis neighborhoods. Student support includes libraries, financial aid, advising and campus child care.