Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson
Graduation Rate
74%
Retention Rate
82%
Acceptance Rate
Not reported
Total Enrollment
3,052
Cost & Financial Aid
Avg Net Price
$7,239
Receiving Aid
Not reported
Avg Grant Aid
$5,275
Student-Faculty Ratio
15:1
About Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is a public two-year institution located in Jackson, Tennessee. Set in a rural fringe area, TCAT-Jackson serves as a regional hub for vocational and technical education, offering a broad portfolio of certificate programs across healthcare, skilled trades, and technology fields. Programs include Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Welding Technology, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology, HVAC Maintenance Technology, Surgical Technology, Automotive Mechanics, Autobody/Collision Repair, Machine Tool Technology, Tool and Die Technology, Computer Support, Drafting and Design Technology, Health Information/Medical Records Technology, and Medical/Clinical Assistant.
With a total enrollment of 3,052 students, TCAT-Jackson is one of the larger applied technology colleges in the Tennessee TCAT system (IPEDS 2023). The institution reports a completion rate of 74% and a retention rate of 82% (IPEDS 2023), reflecting steady student persistence across its diverse program offerings. The school holds an overall quality score of 64.33 out of 100.
As a public institution, TCAT-Jackson typically offers lower tuition rates compared to private alternatives. Students seeking hands-on technical training in West Tennessee will find a wide range of career pathways available, from healthcare to manufacturing and the construction trades.
Accreditation: Council on Occupational Education
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
DR. DON WILLIAMS
don.williams@jackson.tec.tn.us2468 Technology Center Drive, Jackson, TN 38301
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