- 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 1,638 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 27%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 1,638 students
- Acceptance Rate: 48%
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 153 teachers has grown by 139% over five years.
Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private, for profit
Total Faculty
153 staff
81 staff

Number of Programs Offered
11
9
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville has grown by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The Lincoln College of Technology-Nashville diversity score of 0.54 is more than the state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,638 students
2,098 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

# Full-Time Students
1,638 students
638 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,460 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
159 students
406 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,638 students
638 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,612 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
698 students
195 students

% Asian
n/a
2%

% Hispanic
7%
5%

% Black
29%
15%

% White
61%
73%

% Two or more races
1%
3%

% Unknown races
1%
2%


Diversity Score
0.54
0.44

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
60%
30%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.37%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$29,000

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
96%

Median Debt for Graduates
$11,730
$11,730

Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,250

Acceptance Rate
48%
71%

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: 2021 (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%.
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