- The mission of William R. Moore College of Technology is to provide the student with the training and skills necessary to become successful in business and industry. It is the goal of the college to provide students with a working knowledge of the skills needed to enter employment in the program area of their choice. William R. Moore College of Technology is a private, non-profit, two-year educational institution above the high school level offering occupational curricula in the fields of basic industrial, vocational and technical areas. The emphasis in all cases is on the application of "hands on knowledge." Students may specialize in one of several technological areas.
School Highlights
William R Moore College of Technology serves 564 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the state community college average of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 45%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Private-state tuition: $5,880
- Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
- Minority enrollment: 68%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
William R Moore College of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
William R Moore College of Technology
(TN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
41 staff
152 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of William R Moore College of Technology has declined by 17% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 17:1 over five years.
The William R Moore College of Technology diversity score of 0.65 is equal to the state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
564 students
699 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
18:1
# Full-Time Students
229 students
426 students
# Part-Time Students
335 students
273 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
564 students
504 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
229 students
426 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
335 students
335 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
195 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
4%
% Hispanic
10%
6%
% Black
49%
19%
% White
32%
55%
% Hawaiian
1%
9%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.65
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.7419%
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
52%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $5,880 is less than the state average of $13,174. The private state tuition has declined by 33% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$5,880
$13,174
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$11,059
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
n/a
92%
SAT Reading
n/a
415
SAT Math
n/a
455
SAT Writing
n/a
469
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
19
ACT Math
n/a
19
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does William R Moore College of Technology cost?
William R Moore College of Technology's private state tuition is approximately $5,880.
What is William R Moore College of Technology's ranking?
William R Moore College of Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Tennessee for: Least expensive tuition, Diversity in US community colleges, Average community college minority breakdown and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is William R Moore College of Technology located?
William R Moore College of Technology is located in the North Memphis neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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