Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski Tuition &
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is a public certificate and vocational school in Pulaski, Tennessee, enrolling about 246 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. The published completion rate is about 74.70% at 150% of normal time. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $40,368 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $N/A
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,269 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 246 63.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 74.70%
- First-Generation Students: 57.8%
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 0.3% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,214
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski: what the data shows
Common questions about Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is located in Pulaski, TN (ZIP 38478-0614).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski public or private?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is a Public institution.
How much does Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski cost?
Average net price after aid: $15,269.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,653 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $13,697 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,361 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,501 |
How big is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Total enrollment: 246 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,214 students.
About 63% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
150%-time completion rate: 74.70%.
First-year retention: 88.6%.
What do graduates of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski earn?
Median earnings: $36,193 six years after entry; $40,368 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
19.74% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (49 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (24 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (19 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (19 completions)
- Building Construction Technology/Technician (16 completions)
- Dental Assisting/Assistant (16 completions)
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications (12 completions)
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary (11 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (8 completions)
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant (6 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 74.70%; median earnings $40,368 at 10 years; net price $15,269. 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 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski was $N/A.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,269
2024 Value
In 2024 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,269.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$61,076 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,269 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 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski.
Financial Aid by Income Level
19.74% 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 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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 | — | — | $8,335 |
| 2014 | — | — | $6,807 |
| 2015 | — | — | $7,058 |
| 2016 | — | — | $6,735 |
| 2017 | — | — | $6,391 |
| 2018 | — | — | $4,863 |
| 2019 | — | — | $5,694 |
| 2020 | — | — | $12,208 |
| 2021 | — | — | $10,158 |
| 2022 | — | — | $9,633 |
| 2023 | — | — | $9,666 |
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
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski reported total enrollment of about 246 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 65% male and 35% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (82.9%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%), and Black or African American (5.3%). About 19.74% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 57.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
63.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski in 2024 is 246 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,214 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
88.6%
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 82.9%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
69.88% 100% Completion Time
74.70% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 69.88% of students graduating from Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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: 2% male / 98% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 96% male / 4% female
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 95% male / 5% 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 Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski.
Return on Investment
$40,368 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
560.95% Return on Investment
Financial value analysis for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 16 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 49 completions
2. Welding Technology/Welder: 24 completions
3. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 19 completions
4. Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician: 19 completions
5. Building Construction Technology/Technician: 16 completions
6. Dental Assisting/Assistant: 16 completions
7. Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications: 12 completions
8. Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary: 11 completions
9. Medical/Clinical Assistant: 8 completions
Most popular programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,831
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is a public institution located in Pulaski, TN. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 246 students. Student body composition includes White (82.9%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%), Black or African American (5.3%). The 150%-time completion rate is 74.70%. Approximately 19.74% of students receive Pell Grants. About 57.8% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Pulaski, TN 38478-0614
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski located?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is located in Pulaski, TN.
How much does Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski cost?
Reported tuition is N/A and average net price is $15,269 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What is the student body demographics at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,214 students, White (82.9%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
About 57.8% of students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski earn?
Median earnings are $36,193 six years after entry and $40,368 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
The 150%-time completion rate is 74.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski public or private?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is a public institution located in Pulaski, TN.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski an HBCU?
No. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski a tribal college?
No. Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski does not meet that proxy (reported share 6.5%).
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski 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.