Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville worth it?

Knoxville, TN · Public · 2-year

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is a public, two-year institution in Knoxville, Tennessee (midsize city). It awarded 492 certificates in 2024, most often in welding technology; licensed practical nurse training; and heating, air conditioning.

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Federal context for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

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Median earnings 1 year after

$32,194

Median earnings 4 years after

$42,517

Median earnings 10 years after

$37,235

Average net price

$20,012

Completion rate

71%

Completions (2024)

492

Years to pay back

1.9 years

Students (undergrad)

887

Median earnings after completing, by program

ProgramCredentialMedian earnings, 1yrMedian earnings, 4yrGraduates counted
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsUndergraduate certificate$38,388$54,41988
Precision Metal WorkingUndergraduate certificate$39,054$50,60577
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansUndergraduate certificate$36,758$56,46853
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)Undergraduate certificate$39,230$53,41749
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesUndergraduate certificate$17,458$25,16536
Electrical and Power Transmission InstallersUndergraduate certificate$30,771$38,50532
Health and Medical Administrative ServicesUndergraduate certificate$25,309$28,95029
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsUndergraduate certificate$37,667$43,54828
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/TechniciansUndergraduate certificate$50,524$64,36617
Business Operations Support and Assistant ServicesUndergraduate certificate$21,295$26,11216
Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementUndergraduate certificateN/AN/AN/A
Plumbing and Related Water Supply ServicesUndergraduate certificateN/AN/AN/A
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/TechniciansUndergraduate certificateN/AN/AN/A
Ground TransportationUndergraduate certificateN/AN/AN/A
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsUndergraduate certificateN/AN/AN/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

Awards conferred in 2024, from IPEDS completions.
ProgramAward levelAwards
Welding Technology/WelderCertificate 1-2 yrs92
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse TrainingCertificate 1-2 yrs85
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/TechnicianCertificate 1-2 yrs42
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, GeneralCertificate 1-2 yrs36
Surgical Technology/TechnologistCertificate 1-2 yrs32
Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/AideCertificate under 12 weeks29
ElectricianCertificate 1-2 yrs28
Medical Office Assistant/SpecialistCertificate 12 weeks to 1 yr24
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and InstructorCertificate under 12 weeks22
Pipefitting/Pipefitter and Sprinkler FitterCertificate 1-2 yrs18

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Sources: federal figures for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville. 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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