Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson worth it?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson is a public, two-year institution in Jackson, Tennessee (rural area). It awarded 423 certificates in 2024, most often in truck and bus driver instructor, licensed practical nurse training and welding technology.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$38,289
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,526
Median earnings 10 years after
$38,383
Average net price
$8,472
Completion rate
80%
Completions (2024)
423
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
563
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $39,078 | $47,168 | 166 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $43,864 | $50,457 | 41 |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | Undergraduate certificate | $21,227 | N/A | 22 |
| Ground Transportation | Undergraduate certificate | $31,124 | $46,509 | 20 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $33,670 | N/A | 19 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Undergraduate certificate | $31,155 | $61,959 | 18 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate certificate | $33,005 | N/A | 17 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $24,175 | $29,653 | 17 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor | Certificate under 12 weeks | 78 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 62 |
| Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 26 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 26 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 25 |
| Electrician | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 23 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 16 |
| Computer Support Specialist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 15 |
| Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 15 |
| Surgical Technology/Technologist | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 12 |
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Sources: federal figures for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jackson. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Tennessee. Counts under 10 are not published.
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