Trade and career programs at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Certificate | 81 | $45,427 | $38,372 | n/a |
| Cosmetology and barbering | Certificate | 62 | $25,977 | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 39 | $31,878 | n/a | n/a |
| Heavy equipment mechanic | Certificate | 31 | $77,216 | $74,734 | n/a |
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Certificate | 31 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 28 | $42,755 | $59,112 | n/a |
| LPN and CNA | Certificate | 16 | $63,188 | $66,338 | n/a |
| Phlebotomy and medical lab | Certificate | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| HVAC | Certificate | 14 | n/a | $47,422 | n/a |
| Dental assisting and hygiene | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $6,148 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $13,359 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $7,516 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $6,003 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $8,065 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $8,011 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $11,919 |
| Over $110,000 | $10,479 |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 76% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 80% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Former students earned a median of $49,862 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- 40% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Council on Occupational Education.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro cost?
Tuition and fees are $6,148 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $7,516 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro?
76% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
How much do Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro graduates earn?
Heavy equipment mechanic certificate graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $77,216 one year after finishing.
Is Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro accredited?
Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro is accredited by Council on Occupational Education, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Paul Mitchell the School-Murfreesboro, Murfreesboro: $17,400 a year
- SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville, Nashville: $17,514 a year
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis, Memphis: $7,336 a year
- Nashville Auto-Diesel College, Nashville: $37,769 a year
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Knoxville, Knoxville: $4,820 a year
- Meridian Institute of Surgical Assisting, Nashville
More: all trade schools in Tennessee · Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.