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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 21 to 1
Students retention rate 75%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Dickson, Tennessee, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is a public, institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college operates on a continuous calendar system, providing flexibility in scheduling.

One of the notable aspects of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson boasts an impressive student retention rate of 75% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 70% and 61%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Council on Occupational Education
The most popular programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson are Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Computer Support Specialist, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Welding Technology/Welder

Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician

Computer Support Specialist

Program Length 20 months
Tuition and Fees $6,680
Books and Supplies $2,317
Total Cost $8,997

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson received on average $4,701 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$4,701
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 160 60% $3,178 $508,507
Other Federal Grant 252 94% $3,205 $807,558
State Grant/Scholarships 225 84% $1,922 $432,340
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 30 11% $198 $5,949
Total Grant & Scholarships 265 99% $4,701 $1,245,847

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson students is 62.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 52.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 70.1%.

62.2%

  • asian 100.0% 3 students
  • African American 46.9% 23 students
  • white 64.3% 171 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 67.6% 25 students
  • Mixed Race 50.0% 7 students

Service Offerings

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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