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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Students retention rate 59%
On-time graduation rate 75%

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

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie is 59% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Tennessee is 70%, while the national average is 61%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Council on Occupational Education
The most popular programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie are Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary, Automobile/Automotive Mechanics 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.

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

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

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician

Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie received on average $8,747 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.

$8,747
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 26 54% $2,640 $68,652
Other Federal Grant 46 96% $4,921 $226,365
State Grant/Scholarships 44 92% $4,147 $182,460
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 11 23% $1,004 $11,040
Total Grant & Scholarships 48 100% $8,747 $419,865

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie 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-McKenzie students is 74.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 66.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 76.8%.

74.8%

  • African American 50.0% 6 students
  • white 78.3% 65 students
  • hispanic 100.0% 3 students
  • Mixed Race 75.0% 3 students

Service Offerings

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie 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-McKenzie 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

  • Credit for military training