- Ashland Community and Technical College is a comprehensive institution of higher education that for a diverse population changes lives through education and training. It provides learning experiences for those preparing for an occupation upon graduation, for those transferring to a baccalaureate institution, and for those in the workforce seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills. The comprehensive college offers programs leading to the awarding of continuing education units, certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. These programs and services are flexible, adaptable, and accessible through partnerships with other institutions and the use of technology.
School Highlights
Ashland Community and Technical College serves 3,521 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 27%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 3,521 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
- Minority enrollment: 8%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Ashland Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 195 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ashland Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
195 staff
232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ashland Community and Technical College has grown by 35% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Ashland Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.15 is less than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has grown by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,521 students
3,779 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,407 students
1,251 students
# Part-Time Students
2,114 students
2,490 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
352 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,407 students
1,251 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
121 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,114 students
2,490 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
6%
% Black
2%
10%
% White
92%
73%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.15
0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4681%
0.4429%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4231%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,600
$29,400
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 19% 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 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,192
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,000
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society, Drama Club, Multicultural Student Organization, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Sigma Kappa Delta, Student Government Association
Chi Alpha Epsilon Honor Society, Drama Club, Multicultural Student Organization, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Sigma Kappa Delta, Student Government Association
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Located in the foothills of eastern Kentucky, Ashland Community & Technical College has been the two-year college of choice for students in the Ashland area for more than 60 years. As a committed partner in community and workforce development and the continuous search for excellence, Ashland Community and Technical College offers diverse learning opportunities from liberal arts education to sophisticated technical programs. The college serves the community at large by offering basic skills education for adults, by supporting economic development through services to business and industry, and by providing programs and services that enhance the quality of life for the citizens of the Tri-State service area. As part of Kentucky Community and Technical College System, Ashland Community & Technical College offers university-parallel programs for transfer to four-year institutions and career programs for advancement in professional fields. In addition, ACTC responds to the needs of local business and industry for state-of-the-art workforce training. Thousands of people in the tri-state area of Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia visit the ACTC campus throughout the year for life-long learning experiences and cultural programs. Ashland Community and Technical College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ashland Community and Technical College cost?
Ashland Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What is Ashland Community and Technical College's ranking?
Ashland Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition.
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