School Highlights
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley serves 197 students (72% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley
(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
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley has grown by 20% over five years.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
197 students
909 students
# Full-Time Students
141 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
56 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
141 students
870 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
141 students
378 students
% Asian
48%
2%
% Black
1%
20%
% White
4%
62%
% Hawaiian
44%
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
4%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
55%
65%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$26,500
$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 Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley's ranking?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Ripley is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Covington (18.0 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1600 Hwy 51 South
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-2526
Covington, TN 38019
(901) 475-2526
18.0 miles
Enrollment: 380 students Minority enrollment: 95%
1510 Lake Rd
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
Dyersburg, TN 38024
(731) 286-3350
19.8 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%
2501 S Division
Blytheville, AR 72316
(870) 762-1020
Blytheville, AR 72316
(870) 762-1020
23.9 miles
Enrollment: 1,461 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 In-state tuition: $2,234 Out-state tuition: $3,634 Minority enrollment: 40%
340 Washington St
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2511
Newbern, TN 38059
(731) 627-2511
27.7 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
35.7 miles
Enrollment: 3,117 students Student-teacher ratio: 45:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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