C+
Above Average
Score: 61/100
Overall (traditional)
A
Outcome Rating
83/100 · earnings-weighted

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski

2-Year Public
📍 Pulaski, Tennessee 38478
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

705
Total Enrollment
70%
Graduation Rate
83%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,666
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski ▼

75% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$247,107
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,226
1-Year Change
+1.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$40,368
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,193
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
74.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
19.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 89th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TN wage index 0.84). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Precision Metal Working$38,268$52,577+8%#100 of 365#66—
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians$34,501$51,060+19%#14 of 46#12—
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$34,623$47,845-15%#610 of 757#542—
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers$46,832—————
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians$40,146—————
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection—$39,162-7%#20 of 25#9—
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services—$28,697-12%#84 of 104#58—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $247,107
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,226/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 38478 (3.9% cap, Pulaski)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
61%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$9,666
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$7,606
$30,001 - $48,000$9,634
$48,001 - $75,000$10,564
$75,001 - $110,000$12,085

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 49 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 24 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 19 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 16 grads/yr Building Construction Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 12 grads/yr Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary 11 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 8 grads/yr Pharmacy Technician/Assistant 6 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 5 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Electrician 4 grads/yr Construction Trades, Other 3 grads/yr Corrections 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski's top programs commonly pursue.

Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses
$62k/yr 651,400 jobs
Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
$51k/yr 457,300 jobs
Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders
$47k/yr 38,900 jobs
Elevator and escalator installers and repairers
$107k/yr 24,200 jobs
Control and valve installers and repairers, except mechanical door
$75k/yr 47,700 jobs
Millwrights
$65k/yr 41,300 jobs
Industrial machinery mechanics
$64k/yr 439,600 jobs
Wind turbine service technicians
$63k/yr 13,600 jobs

Student Demographics

705
Total Students
23%
Women
35%
Traditional Age (18-24)
75%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Hispanic 5%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 75%
With Family 25%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~529 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 35%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
The graduation rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski is 70%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski a good school?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski has a total enrollment of 705 students.
Is there rental demand near Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski?
Yes! Approximately 75% of students at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Pulaski live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 529 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Pulaski area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology