TCAT Athens Tuition, Completion & Outcomes (2026)
TCAT Athens is a public certificate and vocational school in Athens, Tennessee, enrolling about 205 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 94.79% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,540 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $12,758 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 205 90.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 94.79%
- First-Generation Students: 63.3%
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 12.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 571
TCAT Athens: what the data shows
Common questions about TCAT Athens, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is TCAT Athens?
TCAT Athens is located in Athens, TN (ZIP 37371-0848).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is TCAT Athens public or private?
TCAT Athens is a Public institution.
How much does TCAT Athens cost?
Average net price after aid: $12,758.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,299 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,169 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,963 |
How big is TCAT Athens?
Total enrollment: 205 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 571 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at TCAT Athens?
150%-time completion rate: 94.79%.
First-year retention: 77.5%.
What do graduates of TCAT Athens earn?
Median earnings: $39,516 six years after entry; $40,540 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
35.52% of students receive Pell grants.
What is TCAT Athens known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (49 completions)
- Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other (22 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (19 completions)
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician (11 completions)
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician (10 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (10 completions)
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist (5 completions)
- Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other (4 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is TCAT Athens a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 94.79%; median earnings $40,540 at 10 years; net price $12,758. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$N/A
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at TCAT Athens was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$12,758
2024 Value
In 2024 TCAT Athens had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $12,758.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,032 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$12,758 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional where not shown.
4-year total cost breakdown for TCAT Athens.
Financial Aid by Income Level
35.52% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
Not reported
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at TCAT Athens was not reported in the College Scorecard extract for this institution.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for TCAT Athens in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | — | — | $4,418 |
| 2014 | — | — | $5,334 |
| 2015 | — | — | $3,221 |
| 2016 | — | — | $3,667 |
| 2017 | — | — | $3,660 |
| 2018 | — | — | $5,451 |
| 2019 | — | — | $3,307 |
| 2020 | — | — | $4,630 |
| 2021 | — | — | $4,590 |
| 2022 | — | — | $4,256 |
| 2023 | — | — | $3,720 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
TCAT Athens reported total enrollment of about 205 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 65% male and 35% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (80.5%), Hispanic or Latino (7.8%), and Black or African American (5.9%). About 35.52% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 63.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
90.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at TCAT Athens in 2024 is 205 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 571 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.5%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 80.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
94.79% 100% Completion Time
94.79% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 94.79% of students graduating from TCAT Athens completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 10% male / 90% female
- Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other: 100% male / 0% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 100% male / 0% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for TCAT Athens.
Return on Investment
$40,540 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
694.40% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for TCAT Athens.
Top Programs by Completions
8 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 9 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 49 completions
2. Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other: 22 completions
3. Welding Technology/Welder: 19 completions
4. Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician: 11 completions
5. Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician: 10 completions
6. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 10 completions
7. Machine Tool Technology/Machinist: 5 completions
8. Business Operations Support and Secretarial Services, Other: 4 completions
Most popular programs at TCAT Athens.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for TCAT Athens graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for TCAT Athens from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $5,704
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
TCAT Athens is a public institution located in Athens, TN. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians, Other, Welding Technology/Welder. Enrollment is approximately 205 students. Student body composition includes White (80.5%), Hispanic or Latino (7.8%), Black or African American (5.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 94.79%. Approximately 35.52% of students receive Pell Grants. About 63.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Athens, TN 37371-0848
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 94.79% graduation rate, TCAT Athens demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is TCAT Athens located?
TCAT Athens is located in Athens, TN.
How much does TCAT Athens cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $12,758 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at TCAT Athens?
TCAT Athens reports undergraduate enrollment of about 571 students, White (80.5%), Hispanic or Latino (7.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend TCAT Athens?
About 63.3% of students at TCAT Athens are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of TCAT Athens earn?
Median earnings are $39,516 six years after entry and $40,540 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at TCAT Athens?
The 150%-time completion rate is 94.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is TCAT Athens public or private?
TCAT Athens is a public institution located in Athens, TN.
Is TCAT Athens an HBCU?
No. TCAT Athens is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is TCAT Athens a tribal college?
No. TCAT Athens is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is TCAT Athens a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, TCAT Athens does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.8%).
Is TCAT Athens religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for TCAT Athens in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Tennessee college costs
- Tennessee colleges by ROI
- Tennessee trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Tennessee
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.