Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Dickson, TN. It offers 30 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1974 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $4,640. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training programs ($18,035). The length of the program is 1,296 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 11 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $4,640 | $3,159 | 1,296 Hours | 11 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,154 | $1,204 | 1,500 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,620 | $1,271 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $4,620 | $2,055 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $14,851 |
| 5 | Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | $7,200 | $3,158 | 2,160 Hours | 20 Months | $9,128 |
| 6 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $5,154 | $4,326 | 1,512 Hours | 14 Months | $16,505 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,628 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 39 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 5 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 72 (full-time) and 6 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is 74% and transfer-out rate is 2%. The retention rate is 74% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,628 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 74% |
| Number of Faculty | 44 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 19 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is $4,640
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
90% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,218 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $4,640 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $3,159 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,913 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,158 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,218 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson offers 30 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate, 4 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 406 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 15 | 0 | 60 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 10 | 0 | 253 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 93 |
| Total | 30 | 0 | 406 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 406 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 60 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 253 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 93 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 57 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 57 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Drafting and Design Technology/Technician | ✕ | 2 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 37 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 37 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 70 completers |
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | ✕ | 16 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 54 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Commercial and Advertising Art | ✕ | 10 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 54 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 5 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 49 |
| Business | ✕ | 2 completers |
| Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 253 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 10 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 10 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 15 completers |
| Building Construction Technology | ✕ | 15 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 68 completers |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 46 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 22 |
| Total | 93 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,628 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson. By gender, 1,048 male and 580 female students are attending the school.
There are 1,017 White (62.47%), 181 Black/African American (11.12%), 153 Hispanic (9.40%), 9 Asian (0.55%), and 418 students with other races. 4 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,628 | 1,048 | 580 |
| American Indian/Native American | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Asian | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Black/African American | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Hispanic | 153 | 98 | 55 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| White | 1,017 | 687 | 330 |
| Two More | 98 | 70 | 28 |
| Un-Known | 159 | 90 | 69 |
| Non-resident Alien | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Directory Information
- 740 Hwy 46, Dickson, TN
- 615-441-6220
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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