Hopkinsville Community College
- Our Mission is to provide quality two-year transfer programs, technical and semi-professional programs of two years or less, developmental and continuing education, and customized training services to local businesses and industries to improve the knowledge and skills of citizens and workers in the service area.
School Highlights
Hopkinsville Community College serves 2,655 students (35% 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 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 22%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 2,655 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 39%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Hopkinsville Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 23% over five years.
Hopkinsville Community College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
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
171 staff
228 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hopkinsville Community College has declined by 25% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 37:1 over five years.
The Hopkinsville Community College diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,655 students
3,458 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
921 students
1,264 students
# Part-Time Students
1,734 students
2,194 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
9%
5%
% Black
21%
9%
% White
61%
78%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Unknown races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.38
College Completion Rate
36%
35%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,200
$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 7% 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 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
98%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,950
$12,168
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,250
Acceptance Rate
n/a
87%
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- HCC offers area residents the opportunity to obtain a quality postsecondary education without leaving home – and at a highly competitive tuition rate. Thus, whether your interest lies in transferring to a four-year institution, immediate entry into the work place, personal development and enrichment, or upgrading your tech skills for a better future, your education begins here. The highly qualified faculty and staff of Hopkinsville Community College are dedicated to helping students of all ages and walks of life succeed in accomplishing their objectives. A strong student services program will support your educational pursuit through an easy registration process, effective counseling, and a variety of scholarship and financial aid opportunities. The college provides quality two-year transfer programs, technical and semi-professional programs of two years or less, developmental and continuing education, and customized training services to local businesses and industries to improve the knowledge and skills of citizens and workers in the service area. Classes are conveniently offered at locations throughout the region, including Hopkinsville, Fort Campbell, Cadiz, Elkton and Princeton. In fact, Hopkinsville Community College offers more than 400 classes on our campuses every term. And, for those simply too busy with the ever-increasing demands of family and work to come to our classes, HCC, in partnership with KYVU, offers hundreds of Internet classes as well.
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