Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern campus
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 18 to 1
Students retention rate 84%
On-time graduation rate 79%

Located in Newbern, Tennessee, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern 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-Newbern 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-Newbern 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-Newbern is 18-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-Newbern boasts an impressive student retention rate of 84% , 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-Newbern are Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration 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.

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General

Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

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

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 96 of freshman students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern received on average $4,642 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.

$4,642
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 77 70% $3,199 $246,354
Other Federal Grant 89 81% $3,561 $316,916
State Grant/Scholarships 101 92% $1,712 $172,874
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 10 9% $228 $2,277
Total Grant & Scholarships 106 96% $4,642 $492,067

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Newbern 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-Newbern students is 79.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 77.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 80.1%.

79.3%

  • African American 80.4% 37 students
  • white 79.7% 212 students
  • hispanic 80.0% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 66.7% 4 students

Service Offerings

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

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