Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Memphis, TN. It offers 45 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Council on Occupational Education (11/11/1970 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis is Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician and the 2025 tuition and fees is $6,537. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician programs ($20,421). The length of the program is 1,944 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 18 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | $6,537 | $4,600 | 1,944 Hours | 18 Months | $20,421 |
| 2 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,520 | $687 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Barbering/Barber | $5,091 | $1,240 | 1,500 Hours | 15 Months | $14,546 |
| 5 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $5,936 | $2,328 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $14,851 |
| 6 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,097 | $982 | 1,500 Hours | 15 Months | $16,042 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,960 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 55 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 12 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 85 (full-time) and 12 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis is 55% and transfer-out rate is 2%. The retention rate is 62% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,960 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 55% |
| Number of Faculty | 67 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis is $6,537
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it.
87% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $3,531 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $6,537 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $4,600 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $18,935 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,615 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,531 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis offers 45 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, 466 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 1 | 0 | 83 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 19 | 0 | 47 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 19 | 0 | 240 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 96 |
| Total | 45 | 0 | 466 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 466 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 83 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 47 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 240 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 96 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 59 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 59 |
| Total | 83 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 3 completers |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance | ✕ | 3 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Building Construction Technology | ✕ | 6 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 69 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 14 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 6 |
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | ✕ | 49 |
| Total | 96 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,960 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis. By gender, 1,445 male and 515 female students are attending the school.
There are 411 White (20.97%), 1,173 Black/African American (59.85%), 178 Hispanic (9.08%), 43 Asian (2.19%), and 331 students with other races. 22 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,960 | 1,445 | 515 |
| American Indian/Native American | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Asian | 43 | 33 | 10 |
| Black/African American | 1,173 | 790 | 383 |
| Hispanic | 178 | 134 | 44 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| White | 411 | 367 | 44 |
| Two More | 76 | 57 | 19 |
| Un-Known | 42 | 34 | 8 |
| Non-resident Alien | 22 | 16 | 6 |
Directory Information
- 550 Alabama Ave, Memphis, TN
- 901-543-6100
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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