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Public, 2-Year
Knoxville, TN

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$5,341

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

Open

Open Admission

Graduation Rate

68.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$37,235

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Knoxville, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $5,341, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 68.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$10,682

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$7,235

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$61,668

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$134,018

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
40.0%
60.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
70.5%
Black
14.7%
Hispanic
6.6%
Two or more
4.7%
Unknown
2.2%
Asian
0.5%
International
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$5,341

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,642
$30k - $48k$6,141
$48k - $75k$10,571
$75k+$9,503

Debt & Financial Aid

Pell Grant Recipients30.0%
Using Federal Loans0.0%
Historical 3yr Loan RepaymentN/A

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

73.8%

Success

68.4%

In-State Cost

$5,341

Age 25+ Students

18.2%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

644 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Knoxville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Knoxville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Knoxville

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$985

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,000

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,221

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Knoxville metropolitan area.