- The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Northwest is one of 46 institutions in the Tennessee Board of Regents System, the seventh largest system of higher education in the United States. This system comprises six universities, 14 community colleges, and 27 Colleges of Applied Technology.
School Highlights
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest serves 477 students (52% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Minority enrollment: 97%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest
(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
Colors
Blue, Red
Total Faculty
n/a
152 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest has grown by 40% over five years.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest diversity score of 0.44 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 57% over five years.
Total Enrollment
477 students
699 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
# Full-Time Students
247 students
426 students
# Part-Time Students
230 students
273 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
504 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
247 students
426 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
230 students
335 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
195 students
% Asian
16%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
5%
19%
% White
3%
55%
% Hawaiian
73%
9%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.44
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
79%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
52%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$23,600
$29,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest's ranking?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Average community college minority breakdown and Highest completion rates.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is Dyersburg State Community College (9.1 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1510 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
9.1 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%
127 Industrial Drive
Ripley, TN 38063
(731) 635-3368
Ripley, TN 38063
(731) 635-3368
27.7 miles
Enrollment: 197 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2501 S Division
Blytheville, AR 72316
(870) 762-1020
Blytheville, AR 72316
(870) 762-1020
40.1 miles
Enrollment: 1,940 student Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 In-state tuition: $2,234 Out-state tuition: $3,634 Minority enrollment: 41%
2468 Technology Center Drive
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-0691
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-0691
40.2 miles
Enrollment: 1,541 student Minority enrollment: 97%
2046 North Pky
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-3520
Jackson, TN 38301
(731) 424-3520
42.3 miles
Enrollment: 4,699 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 In-state tuition: $3,804 Out-state tuition: $14,868 Minority enrollment: 33%
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