- 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 967 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is same as the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 967 students
- Acceptance Rate: 48%
- Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 74% over five years.
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
0
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
0
Institution Control
Private for-profit
0
Total Faculty
39 staff
38 staff
Number of Programs Offered
10
16
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville has declined by 40% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville diversity score of 0.64 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 18% over five years.
Total Enrollment
967 students
1,083 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
967 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
132 students
394 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
967 students
378 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
93 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
776 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
64 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
698 students
446 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
13%
8%
% Black
29%
20%
% White
51%
62%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$29,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
94%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,730
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
48%
71%
SAT Reading
n/a
470
SAT Math
n/a
455
SAT Writing
n/a
477
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2025 (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%.
What is Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville's ranking?
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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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