Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Nashville, 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 (11/11/1972 - 5/21/2019).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training and the 2025 tuition and fees is $4,620. 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 Nashville.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $4,620 | $2,651 | 1,296 Hours | 11 Months | $18,035 |
| 2 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,158 | $1,301 | 1,500 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
| 3 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,620 | $800 | 1,296 Hours | 11 Months | $10,695 |
| 4 | Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | $6,160 | $1,420 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $14,851 |
| 6 | Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | $5,760 | $4,423 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $16,505 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,101 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 46 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 28 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 71 (full-time) and 37 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is 70% and transfer-out rate is 2%. The retention rate is 85% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,101 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 70% |
| Number of Faculty | 74 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is $4,620
. 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 $3,268 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $4,620 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,651 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,913 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,169 |
| Average Financial Amount | $3,268 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville offers 35 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, 472 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 17 | 0 | 92 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 12 | 0 | 259 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 6 | 0 | 121 |
| Total | 35 | 0 | 472 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 472 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 92 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 259 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 121 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Personal and Culinary Services | ✕ | 68 completers |
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | ✕ | 68 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 15 completers |
| Drafting and Design Technology/Technician | ✕ | 15 |
| Work and Family Studies | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | ✕ | 6 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 51 completers |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 33 |
| Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician | ✕ | 18 |
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Precision Production Trades | ✕ | 64 completers |
| Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | ✕ | 13 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | ✕ | 51 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 55 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 0 |
| Dental Laboratory Technology/Technician | ✕ | 11 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | ✕ | 44 |
| Business | ✕ | 0 completers |
| Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 259 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 14 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 14 |
| Engineering Technology | ✕ | 13 completers |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician | ✕ | 13 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 8 completers |
| Building Construction Technology | ✕ | 8 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 86 completers |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 29 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 19 |
| Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician | ✕ | 38 |
| Total | 121 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 1,101 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville. By gender, 784 male and 317 female students are attending the school.
There are 504 White (45.78%), 231 Black/African American (20.98%), 191 Hispanic (17.35%), 31 Asian (2.82%), and 331 students with other races. 54 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,101 | 784 | 317 |
| American Indian/Native American | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Asian | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| Black/African American | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Hispanic | 191 | 145 | 46 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| White | 504 | 385 | 119 |
| Two More | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Un-Known | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Non-resident Alien | 54 | 42 | 12 |
Directory Information
- 100 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN
- 615-425-5500
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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