Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville ★ Hidden gem
Shelbyville, Tennessee · Public · 412 undergraduates
All 5 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Tennessee high-school graduate (about $34,809/yr). Another 6 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $7,007 |
| $30k to $48k | $6,866 |
| $48k to $75k | $8,797 |
| $75k to $110k | $9,326 |
| All families (average) | $7,573 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $69,441 | +$34,632 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $58,014 | +$23,205 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $44,804 | +$9,995 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $48,765 | +$13,956 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $50,668 | +$15,859 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 41% of students receive Pell grants · 81% 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.