Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington

1600 Hwy 51 South
Covington, TN 38019
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings

School Highlights

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington serves 380 students (48% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 38%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:

School Overview

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
Public
Public
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington has grown by 62% over five years.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington diversity score of 0.50 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
380 students
909 students
# Full-Time Students
182 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
198 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
182 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
182 students
378 students
% Asian
29%
2%
% Black
2%
20%
% White
5%
62%
% Hawaiian
64%
n/a
Diversity Score
0.50
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
64%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,700
$29,000

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
94%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington's ranking?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 380 students
  • Minority enrollment: 95%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Tennessee public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,176 per year for in-state students and $15,746 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $12,792 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Tennessee is 86%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

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