Hazard Community and Technical College

One Community College Drive
Hazard, KY 41701
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • As one of 16 institutions in the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Hazard Community and Technical College is part of the most exciting reform of higher education in the Commonwealth. KCTCS is the system that provides citizens of the state with access to affordable, quality postsecondary education and training.

School Highlights

Hazard Community and Technical College serves 2,630 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 19%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,630 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,624
  • Out-state tuition: $12,456
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 4%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Hazard Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 235 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Hazard Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
235 staff
232 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Hazard Community and Technical College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 14:1 over five years.
The Hazard Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.08 is less than the state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,630 students
2,652 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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# Full-Time Students
978 students
1,151 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,652 students
1,501 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
184 students
266 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
978 students
1,151 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
39 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,652 students
1,501 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
167 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
1%
5%
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% Black
1%
8%
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% White
96%
81%
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% Two or more races
1%
3%
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% Unknown races
n/a
1%
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Diversity Score
0.08
0.33
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
38%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.53%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,100
$29,400
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $3,624 is less than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,456 is more than the state average of $12,449. The out-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
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Tuition Notes
In State Tuition Rat
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
98%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$9,487
$11,279
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,683
$5,953
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • As a community and technical college, we exist to meet the educational, social and cultural needs of the citizens of the Kentucky River Valley of Eastern Kentucky. Hazard Community and Technical College is a multi-campus college offering unique opportunities at each campus. Our Hazard Campus houses the First Federal Center, The Clemons Center, and the UK Center for Rural Health Bailey-Stumbo building to house our many allied health programs. The Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky, located at the Hazard Campus, provides a special learning center for area children. Our Technical Campus offers training programs in everything from Auto Mechanics to Electronics to Welding. The Lees College Campus in Jackson offers a full residential life experience through residence hall living. Our Knott County Branch provides improved access to postsecondary education and training to citizens of that part of the region as well as our newest site in Hyden in Leslie County-the Leslie County Center. Kentucky Community and Technical College System comprises 16 colleges with over 65 campuses and other locations open or under construction. KCTCS colleges change lives by providing accessible and affordable education and training through academic and technical associate degrees; diploma and certificate programs in occupational fields; pre-baccalaureate education; adult, continuing and developmental education; customized training for business and industry; and distance learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hazard Community and Technical College cost?
Hazard Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What is Hazard Community and Technical College's ranking?
Hazard Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,630 students
  • In-state tuition: $3,624
  • Out-state tuition: $12,456
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 4%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Kentucky public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,629 per year for in-state students and $12,449 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,988 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Kentucky community colleges have a diversity score of 0.33, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Kentucky is American National University-Pikeville. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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