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 (26-27)
- 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
Year Founded
1965
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 less than the state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has grown by 134% over five years.
Total Enrollment
155 students
1,083 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
93 students
416 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
62 students
667 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
155 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
93 students
378 students
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
62 students
739 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
0.57
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
83%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,300
$28,100
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
93%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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)
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Location
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Quick Facts
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(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
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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
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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%
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