Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton campus
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton logo

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 19 to 1
Students retention rate 86%
On-time graduation rate 86%

Located in Elizabethton, Tennessee, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton 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-Elizabethton 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-Elizabethton 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.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton is 19-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Tennessee is 15-to-1, while the national average is 17-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton boasts an impressive student retention rate of 86% , 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-Elizabethton are Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, Welding Technology/Welder, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Electrician, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Welding Technology/Welder

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

Electrician

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 98 of freshman students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton received on average $5,701 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.

$5,701
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 114 64% $3,403 $387,964
Other Federal Grant 154 87% $4,538 $698,844
State Grant/Scholarships 157 88% $1,855 $291,264
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 5 3% $367 $1,833
Total Grant & Scholarships 174 98% $5,701 $991,941

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton 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-Elizabethton students is 85.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 83.4%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 89.2%.

85.8%

  • African American 57.9% 11 students
  • white 85.8% 265 students
  • unknown 92.7% 51 students
  • hawaiian 100.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 6 students
  • International Students 100.0% 2 students
  • Mixed Race 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

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

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

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