Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington

1600 Hwy 51 South
Covington, TN 38019
Top-Ranked (2026-27): 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 (26-27)

  • 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 less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
380 students
1,083 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
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
64%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,700
$28,100

Tuition & Financial Aid

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
93%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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 (26-27)

  • 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 $13,503 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Tennessee is 87%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Tennessee community colleges have a diversity score of 0.57, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Tennessee is Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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