Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville

  • Nashville Auto-Diesel College (NADC) was established in 1919. Our first course of training was auto mechanics. Originally, students came only from the Nashville area but our market area has gradually expanded to include all 50 states and 62 foreign countries. In 1935, we added the diesel engine to our curriculum, and in 1946, we added Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (Body and Fender). In our history we have also taught Radio Repair, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning. We have been approved for the training of veterans since 1946, and about 30 states use our school for the training of the disabled through vocational rehabilitation.

School Highlights

Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville serves 1,833 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,833 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 48%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 46%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Technical Professions
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
153 staff
152 staff
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Number of Programs Offered
10
11
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville has grown by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,833 students
699 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
18:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,833 students
426 students
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# Part-Time Students
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273 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
183 students
504 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,833 students
426 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
335 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
698 students
195 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
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% Asian
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4%
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% Hispanic
12%
6%
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% Black
28%
19%
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% White
54%
55%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
9%
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% Two or more races
3%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
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% Unknown races
2%
3%
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Diversity Score
0.61
0.65
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.5469%
0.6038%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.5213%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$29,000
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
97%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$11,730
$11,059
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,000
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Acceptance Rate
48%
71%
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SAT Reading
n/a
415
SAT Math
n/a
455
SAT Writing
n/a
469
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • NADC recently joined Lincoln Educational Services and became one of their 32 campus locations in 15 different states. NADC serves as the corporation's Nashville Campus. Our reputation as one of the nation's top schools for auto-diesel and collision repair and refinishing technical training has been earned over our 86-year history. Career training programs currently offered at NADC includes Associate of Applied Science Degree Programs: Automotive and Diesel Technology and Auto Body Repair Technology. Diploma Programs includes Automotive and Diesel Technology, Auto Body Repair Technology and High-Performance. NADC provides a full service all-you-can-eat cafeteria, 2 on-campus dormitories and available off-campus apartments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville often compared to?
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashvilleis often viewed alongside schools like Nashville State Community College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville?
The acceptance rate of Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville is 48%, which is lower than the state average of 71%.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville located?
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 1,833 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 48%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
  • Minority enrollment: 46%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Davidson County, TN community colleges have a diversity score of 0.63, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Davidson County, TN is Remington College-Nashville Campus. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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