Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McMinnville (TCAT)
Public certificate school in McMinnville, TN that costs an average of $7,900 a year after financial aid and graduates 83% of full-time students.
PublicTown (distant)302 undergraduates
Cost of TCAT
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $13,164 |
|---|---|
| Average net price after aid | $7,900 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $6,985 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $8,479 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $8,442 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $9,298 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with TCAT's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | Open admission (everyone admitted) |
|---|
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 83% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 84% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $47,878 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $42,375 |
| Rank in Tennessee (earnings) | 12th of 52 similar colleges |
| Students with Pell grants | 28% |
| Students with federal loans | 0% |
Majors and programs at TCAT
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Certificate programs (10)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | 39 | $65,561 | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | 39 | $47,438 | — |
| Precision Metal Working | 52 | $42,896 | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | 32 | $39,728 | — |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | 54 | $15,100 | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | 14 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 28 | — | — |
| Ground Transportation | 24 | — | — |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | 4 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 22 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Tennessee
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston | Livingston | $7,853 | — | $38,764 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald | Hohenwald | $12,978 | — | $41,622 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Upper Cumberland | Crossville | $12,575 | — | $41,967 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hartsville | Hartsville | $1,659 | — | $43,853 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Harriman | Harriman | $12,236 | — | $40,114 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski | Pulaski | $23,074 | — | $38,654 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology Crump | Crump | $3,557 | — | $36,743 |
| Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jacksboro | Jacksboro | $13,803 | — | $41,095 |
About TCAT
| Type | Public certificate school |
|---|---|
| Location | McMinnville, TN |
| Setting | Town (distant) |
| Undergraduates | 302 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 15 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Council on Occupational Education |
| Website | tcatmcminnville.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
How much does TCAT cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $13,164 a year. After grants and scholarships the average student pays $7,900 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $6,985.
How much do TCAT graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $42,375 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 12th of 52 similar colleges in Tennessee.
What is TCAT's graduation rate?
83% of full-time students graduate within 150% of the normal program length, and 84% of first-year students return for a second year.