- The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Shelbyville is one of 27 colleges of applied technology in the Tennessee Board of Regents System, one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation. This system comprises thirteen community colleges and twenty-seven colleges of applied technology.
School Highlights
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville serves 472 students (78% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Completion Rates
School Overview
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville
(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
Blue, Red
Total Faculty
n/a
152 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has grown by 115% over five years.
Total Enrollment
472 students
699 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
# Full-Time Students
366 students
426 students
# Part-Time Students
106 students
273 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
504 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
366 students
426 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
106 students
335 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
195 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
9%
4%
% Hispanic
n/a
6%
% Black
8%
19%
% White
2%
55%
% Hawaiian
76%
9%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
73%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
52%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,800
$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
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jimmy L. Wright, President of TCAT Shelbyville -
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville famous alumni include: Jimmy L. Wright, President of TCAT Shelbyville.
What is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville's ranking?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville 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-Shelbyville is Motlow State Community College (10.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
6015 Ledford Mill Road
Tullahoma, TN 37388
(931) 393-1500
Tullahoma, TN 37388
(931) 393-1500
10.8 miles
Enrollment: 7,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 In-state tuition: $3,804 Out-state tuition: $11,340 Minority enrollment: 30%
1303 Old Fort Pky
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 898-8010
Murfreesboro, TN 37129
(615) 898-8010
24.8 miles
Enrollment: 496 students Minority enrollment: 95%
1233 E College St
Pulaski, TN 38478
(931) 424-4014
Pulaski, TN 38478
(931) 424-4014
38.9 miles
Enrollment: 561 students Minority enrollment: 97%
1665 Hampshire Pike
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 540-2730
Columbia, TN 38401
(931) 540-2730
39.4 miles
Enrollment: 6,803 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 In-state tuition: $3,799 Out-state tuition: $14,863 Minority enrollment: 24%
241 Vo Tech Dr
McMinnville, TN 37110
(931) 473-5587
McMinnville, TN 37110
(931) 473-5587
40.7 miles
Enrollment: 336 students Minority enrollment: 99%
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