Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Knoxville, TN. It offers 35 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1971 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $5,137. 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 12 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $5,137 | $2,326 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $5,631 | $811 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $10,695 |
| 3 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $6,409 | $2,617 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $14,851 |
| 4 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,254 | $1,727 | 1,500 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
| 5 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $6,355 | $908 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $16,505 |
| 6 | Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | $8,179 | $3,695 | 2,160 Hours | 20 Months | $25,492 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,581 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 58 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 77 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 101 (full-time) and 49 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is 71% and transfer-out rate is 3%. The retention rate is 66% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,581 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 71% |
| Number of Faculty | 135 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is $5,137
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
95% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $2,904 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $5,137 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,326 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $12,455 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,359 |
| Average Financial Amount | $2,904 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville offers 35 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, 492 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 13 | 0 | 24 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 15 | 0 | 393 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 3 | 0 | 24 |
| Total | 35 | 0 | 492 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 492 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 51 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 24 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 393 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 24 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 22 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 22 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 29 completers |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | ✕ | 29 |
| Total | 51 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 0 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Electrician | ✕ | 0 |
| Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler Fitter | ✕ | 0 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 0 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | ✕ | 0 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 0 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 24 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Medical Office Assistant/Specialist | ✕ | 24 |
| Business | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 24 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 8 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 16 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 16 |
| Total | 24 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,581 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville. By gender, 992 male and 589 female students are attending the school.
There are 1,135 White (71.79%), 157 Black/African American (9.93%), 131 Hispanic (8.29%), 15 Asian (0.95%), and 273 students with other races. 9 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,581 | 992 | 589 |
| American Indian/Native American | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Asian | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Black/African American | 157 | 71 | 86 |
| Hispanic | 131 | 87 | 44 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| White | 1,135 | 729 | 406 |
| Two More | 78 | 52 | 26 |
| Un-Known | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Non-resident Alien | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Directory Information
- 1100 Liberty Street, Knoxville, TN
- 865-546-5567
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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