School Highlights
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie serves 155 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
- Minority enrollment: 29%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie
(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
Total Faculty
9 staff
38 staff
Number of Programs Offered
7
16
School Calendar
School Motto
A Leader in Technical Education and Industry Training
Student Body
The student population of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie has declined by 32% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie diversity score of 0.47 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 134% over five years.
Total Enrollment
155 students
909 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
93 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
62 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
155 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
93 students
378 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
62 students
776 students
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
5%
8%
% Black
5%
20%
% White
71%
62%
% Hawaiian
12%
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
4%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
83%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,300
$29,000
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
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-Mckenzie's ranking?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Mckenzie is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Henrycarroll (15.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
312 S Wilson Street
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 644-7365
Paris, TN 38242
(731) 644-7365
15.5 miles
Enrollment: 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
2046 North Pky
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-3520
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-3520
37.7 miles
Enrollment: 3,518 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 In-state tuition: $3,804 Out-state tuition: $14,868 Minority enrollment: 33%
340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2511
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2511
42.7 miles
Enrollment: 2,284 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
2468 Technology Center Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-0691
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-0691
43.8 miles
Enrollment: 3,117 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
1510 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
50.7 miles
Enrollment: 3,299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $4,758 Out-state tuition: $17,742 Minority enrollment: 34%
Recent Articles
Online vs. Hybrid vs. HyFlex: Understanding Community College Course Formats
Learn what online, hybrid, HyFlex, synchronous, and asynchronous course labels really mean at community colleges, including attendance, meeting, testing, and participation requirements students should verify before registering today.
Working Student Schedule Test: Night and Online Community College Programs
Learn how working students can test whether a community college program is truly available at night or online, including labs, prerequisites, exams, internships, advising, and course rotations.
Is the Employer Advisory Board Real or Ceremonial?
Learn how to evaluate a community college employer advisory board, verify industry participation, identify meaningful employer influence, and determine whether career connections can benefit students after graduation today.
