- Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college committed to providing quality, affordable, and accessible educational and training opportunities to all persons. The college collaborates with other organizations to provide programs and services that prepare individuals to live and to work in a constantly changing world.
School Highlights
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College serves 6,420 students (37% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 28%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 6,420 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student-teacher ratio: 46:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Resources
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 141 teachers has declined by 56% over five years.
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
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
2004
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Total Faculty
141 staff
82 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has grown by 9% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 has increased from 21:1 over five years.
The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.38 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 39% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,420 students
2,618 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
37:1
# Full-Time Students
2,404 students
1,128 students
# Part-Time Students
4,016 students
2,146 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
6,420 students
2,618 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,404 students
1,102 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,016 students
2,146 students
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
6%
7%
% Black
7%
10%
% White
78%
72%
% Two or more races
6%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
42%
43%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,400
$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
Tuition Notes
$189 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
98%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,932
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,953
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) is a member of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), which includes 16 districts. The college provides 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. Elizabethtown Technical College (ETC) was founded in 1965 through a bond issue by the Elizabethtown Independent School Board. The Commonwealth of Kentucky provided equipment for the facility and assumed responsibility for its operation. In 1972 the state purchased the land and building from the Elizabethtown Independent School Board. In 1998 ETC became a technical college under the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. Elizabethtown Community and Technical College offers Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degree programs, Associate in Applied Science degree, diploma, and certificate programs, Continuing education and Developmental education courses. Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is accredited to award Associate Degrees by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Elizabethtown Community and Technical College cost?
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What schools are Elizabethtown Community and Technical College often compared to?
Elizabethtown Community and Technical Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Community and Technical College by visitors of our site.
What is Elizabethtown Community and Technical College's ranking?
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Largest student body.
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