Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Jackson, TN. It offers 39 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1972 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $4,008. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). 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-Jackson.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $4,008 | $1,670 | 1,296 Hours | 11 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,308 | $1,091 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $10,695 |
| 3 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $4,008 | $5,108 | 2,160 Hours | 20 Months | $16,505 |
| 4 | Computer Support Specialist | $6,680 | $1,743 | 2,160 Hours | 20 Months | $22,337 |
| 5 | Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | $5,344 | $2,611 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $9,128 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 2,239 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 27 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 9 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 48 (full-time) and 11 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is 75% and the retention rate is 77% at the school.
| Student Population | 2,239 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 75% |
| Number of Faculty | 36 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 15 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is $4,008
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
99% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $2,400 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $4,008 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,670 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,132 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,048 |
| Average Financial Amount | $2,400 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson offers 39 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, 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, 427 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 16 | 0 | 78 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 17 | 0 | 250 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 4 | 0 | 43 |
| Total | 39 | 0 | 427 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 427 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 56 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 78 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 250 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 43 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 56 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 56 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 56 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 5 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 5 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 21 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 21 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 14 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 14 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Tool and Die Technology/Technician | ✕ | 3 |
| Total | 43 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 2,239 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson. By gender, 1,413 male and 826 female students are attending the school.
There are 898 White (40.11%), 852 Black/African American (38.05%), 176 Hispanic (7.86%), 13 Asian (0.58%), and 476 students with other races. 31 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,239 | 1,413 | 826 |
| American Indian/Native American | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Asian | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Black/African American | 852 | 499 | 353 |
| Hispanic | 176 | 104 | 72 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 898 | 593 | 305 |
| Two More | 125 | 89 | 36 |
| Un-Known | 138 | 109 | 29 |
| Non-resident Alien | 31 | 4 | 27 |
Directory Information
- 2468 Technology Center Drive, Jackson, TN
- 731-424-0691
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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