Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski campus
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Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski

Type 2 year, Public
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Continuous
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 10 to 1
Students retention rate 82%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Pulaski, Tennessee, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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-Pulaski 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-Pulaski 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 10-to-1, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski boasts an impressive student retention rate of 82% , 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-Pulaski are Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications, Building Construction 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.

Welding Technology/Welder

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

Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician

Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications

Building Construction Technology/Technician

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski received on average $4,921 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.

$4,921
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 44 55% $3,628 $159,616
Other Federal Grant 80 100% $2,926 $234,095
State Grant/Scholarships 80 100% $1,955 $156,406
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3 4% $1,070 $3,209
Total Grant & Scholarships 80 100% $4,921 $393,710

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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-Pulaski students is 62.5%. Female students graduated at a rate of 69.2%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.1%.

62.5%

  • African American 80.0% 4 students
  • white 59.0% 46 students
  • Mixed Race 100.0% 2 students

Service Offerings

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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-Pulaski offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent
  • High school education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes

Veteran Services

  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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