Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is a Public, 2-4 years school located in Newbern, TN. It offers 49 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 Northwest is Welding Technology/Welder and the 2025 tuition and fees is $4,620. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Welding Technology/Welder programs ($10,695). 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 Northwest.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Welding Technology/Welder | $4,620 | $1,585 | 1,296 Hours | 11 Months | $10,695 |
| 2 | Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | $5,760 | $2,507 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $9,128 |
| 3 | Building Construction Technology | $7,200 | $2,144 | 2,160 Hours | 20 Months | $12,247 |
| 4 | Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | $4,620 | $3,928 | 1,296 Hours | 12 Months | $18,035 |
| 5 | Machine Tool Technology/Machinist | $5,760 | $2,477 | 1,728 Hours | 16 Months | $8,531 |
| 6 | Cosmetology/Cosmetologist | $5,154 | $2,830 | 1,500 Hours | 14 Months | $16,042 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 2,284 students attended Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest in the academic year 2024-2025. There are 53 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 10 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 81 (full-time) and 17 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is 69% and transfer-out rate is 7%. The retention rate is 64% at the school.
| Student Population | 2,284 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 69% |
| Number of Faculty | 63 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 20 to 1 |
2025 Costs of Attendance
The 2025 tuition & fees of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest 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 $2,225 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $4,620 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,585 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $11,913 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $4,169 |
| Average Financial Amount | $2,225 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest offers 49 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, 472 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 | 45 |
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 22 | 0 | 133 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 21 | 0 | 262 |
| 4 Years Certificate | 5 | 0 | 32 |
| Total | 49 | 0 | 472 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 472 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 45 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 133 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 262 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
- 32 students have earned/completed 2-4 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Materials Moving | ✕ | 45 completers |
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | ✕ | 45 |
| Total | 45 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | ✕ | 15 completers |
| Computer Support Specialist | ✕ | 15 |
| Construction Trades | ✕ | 6 completers |
| Building Construction Technology | ✕ | 6 |
| Mechanics and Repairers | ✕ | 11 completers |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology | ✕ | 11 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 32 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2023-2024, total 2,284 students have enrolled into Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest. By gender, 1,548 male and 736 female students are attending the school.
There are 1,370 White (59.98%), 434 Black/African American (19.00%), 166 Hispanic (7.27%), 9 Asian (0.39%), and 471 students with other races. 5 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,284 | 1,548 | 736 |
| American Indian/Native American | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Asian | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Black/African American | 434 | 268 | 166 |
| Hispanic | 166 | 111 | 55 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 1,370 | 956 | 414 |
| Two More | 127 | 90 | 37 |
| Un-Known | 167 | 112 | 55 |
| Non-resident Alien | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Directory Information
- 340 Washington St, Newbern, TN
- 731-627-2511
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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