Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Memphis, TN550 Alabama Ave, Memphis, TN 38105-3604
901-543-6100
The Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis (TCAT-M) is a two-year public institution of higher education and a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents system. It is located in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The college offers Associate of Applied Science degrees, diplomas, and certificates in a variety of occupational fields.
The college was established in 1957 as the Memphis Area Vocational School. It was renamed the Memphis State Technical Institute in 1963 and the Memphis State Technical Community College in 1965. In 2001, the college became a part of the Tennessee Board of Regents system and was renamed the Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis.
TCAT-M is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. The college is also a member of the American Association of Community Colleges and the Association of Community College Trustees.
TCAT-M offers a variety of programs and services to its students. These include academic advising, career counseling, tutoring, and job placement assistance. The college also has a bookstore, a library, and a computer lab.
TCAT-M’s campus is located in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee. The campus is situated on eight acres of land and includes eight buildings. The college’s buildings include classrooms, laboratories, offices, and a student center.
TCAT-M’s academic programs are divided into five divisions: Business and Information Technology, Health Sciences, Industrial and Construction Technologies, Public Service Technologies, and Transportation Technologies. The college also offers a variety of non-academic programs and services.
TCAT-M’s Business and Information Technology division offers programs in business administration, computer information systems, and office systems technology. The Health Sciences division offers programs in dental assisting, emergency medical technology, and nursing. The Industrial and Construction Technologies division offers programs in carpentry, industrial maintenance technology, and welding. The Public Service Technologies division offers programs in criminal justice, fire science, and paralegal studies. The Transportation Technologies division offers programs in automotive technology, collision repair technology, and truck driving.
TCAT-M’s non-academic programs and services include adult education, continuing education, and workforce development. The college also offers a variety of student services, such as academic advising, career counseling, tutoring, and job placement assistance.
TCAT-M is committed to providing its students with a quality education. The college’s faculty members are highly qualified and experienced. They are dedicated to helping students succeed.
TCAT-M’s admissions process is open to all applicants. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability.
TCAT-M is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. The college’s accreditation is valid through 2021.
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 1444
Type: Public, 2-year
Main Website: https://www.tcatmemphis.edu/
Financial Aid: https://www.tcatmemphis.edu/future-students/financial-aid