Bluegrass Community and Technical College
- 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 10,143 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 22%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 10,143 students
- In-state tuition: $3,704
- Out-state tuition: $12,536
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 27%
- 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:
School Overview
The teacher population of 645 teachers has grown by 36% over five years.
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
645 staff
228 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Bluegrass Community and Technical College has declined by 7% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 27:1 over five years.
The Bluegrass Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.45 is more than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,143 students
3,458 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
4,553 students
1,264 students
# Part-Time Students
5,590 students
2,194 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
7%
5%
% Black
12%
9%
% White
73%
78%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.45
0.38
College Completion Rate
22%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$29,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,704 is more than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 7% 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 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,704
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,536
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
98%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,168
$12,168
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,743
$6,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
87%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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