- 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 468 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 25:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Private-state tuition: $5,880
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 64%
- 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 Overview
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 39% 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
Colors
Blue and Gold
Total Faculty
25 staff
38 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of William R Moore College of Technology has declined by 31% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The William R Moore College of Technology diversity score of 0.68 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
468 students
1,083 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
25:1
# Full-Time Students
223 students
416 students
# Part-Time Students
245 students
667 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
393 students
393 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
223 students
378 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
245 students
776 students
% Asian
4%
2%
% Hispanic
15%
8%
% Black
41%
20%
% White
36%
62%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.68
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
74%
65%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $5,880 is less than the state average of $12,792. The private state tuition has declined by 33% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$5,880
$12,792
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
55%
94%
Source: 2025 (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 and Average community college minority breakdown.
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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