Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
Dickson, Tennessee · Public · 714 undergraduates
Of 7 programs with reported earnings, 4 leave graduates out-earning a typical Tennessee high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr) and 3 fall short. Another 7 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $14,472 |
| $30k to $48k | $14,488 |
| $48k to $75k | $18,722 |
| $75k to $110k | $15,445 |
| All families (average) | $14,780 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $48,846 | +$14,037 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $43,566 | +$8,757 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $22,260 | -$12,549 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $33,621 | -$1,188 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $61,317 | +$26,508 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $52,375 | +$17,566 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $30,908 | -$3,901 | falls short | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 34% of students receive Pell grants · 74% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.