- Bluegrass Community and Technical College (BCTC) is one of the fastest-growing two-year community and technical colleges in the state. Our mission, as a member of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, is to provide excellence in teaching and learning. Through comprehensive and responsive programs and services, the college sustains a strong partnership with our communities to improve economic vitality and quality of life in the region. BCTC offers daytime, evening and weekend classes at six convenient campus locations. Classes are also offered in Lancaster, Georgetown-Scott County, downtown Lexington and online. We have several academic and technical programs that fit your needs, including two-year associate degrees, certificates and diplomas in dozens of sought-after careers. Whatever BCTC program you choose, you'll benefit from caring, experienced professors, helpful staff, and excellent facilities.
School Highlights
Bluegrass Community and Technical College serves 12,965 students (31% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 12,965 students
- In-state tuition: $3,704
- Out-state tuition: $12,536
- Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
- Minority enrollment: 32%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Bluegrass Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 345 teachers has declined by 46% over five years.
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Year Founded
2005
Total Faculty
345 staff
82 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Your Success is Our Success
AccreditationAccred.
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Student Body
The student population of Bluegrass Community and Technical College has grown by 27% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Bluegrass Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.51 is more than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has grown by 25% over five years.
Total Enrollment
12,965 students
3,274 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
37:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
4,039 students
1,128 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
8,926 students
2,146 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
12,965 students
2,618 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
4,039 students
1,102 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
8,926 students
2,146 students
% Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
12%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
68%
72%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
5%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.46
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
35%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$29,400
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,704 is more than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,536 is more than the state average of $12,449. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,704
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,536
$12,449
Tuition Notes
$4,800 per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
93%
98%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,279
$11,279
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,953
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bluegrass Community and Technical College cost?
Bluegrass Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,704 for In-State students and $12,536 for Out-State students.
What is Bluegrass Community and Technical College's ranking?
Bluegrass Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Largest student body.
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