- 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 2,036 students (33% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,036 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- 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 Overview
The teacher population of 171 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Hopkinsville Community 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
171 staff
232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hopkinsville Community College has declined by 23% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 16:1 over five years.
The Hopkinsville Community College diversity score of 0.57 is more than the state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,036 students
2,968 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
680 students
1,000 students
# Part-Time Students
1,356 students
1,968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
151 students
266 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
680 students
978 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
55 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,356 students
1,968 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
21%
10%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
10%
5%
% White
5%
4%
% Hawaiian
61%
77%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
Diversity Score
0.57
0.40
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4149%
0.4329%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3333%
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 14% 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 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,750
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,300
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2023 (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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hopkinsville Community College cost?
Hopkinsville Community College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What schools are Hopkinsville Community College often compared to?
Hopkinsville Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Madisonville Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Hopkinsville Community College's ranking?
Hopkinsville Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition.
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