- The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is the system of public community and technical colleges in the U.S. state of Kentucky. It is headquartered in Versailles, Kentucky, and has 16 colleges with over 70 campuses.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Acceptance Rate: 13%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
Kentucky Community and Technical College System
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Blue, Gold
Total Faculty
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232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System diversity score of 1.00 is more than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
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3,741 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
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22:1
# Full-Time Students
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1,251 students
# Part-Time Students
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2,490 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
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401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
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1,251 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
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121 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
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2,490 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
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104 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
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407 students
% Asian
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2%
% Hispanic
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6%
% Black
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10%
% White
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73%
% Hawaiian
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1%
% Two or more races
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4%
% Unknown races
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4%
Diversity Score
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0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
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44%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
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42%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
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97%
Median Debt for Graduates
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$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
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$5,953
Acceptance Rate
13%
78%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Kentucky Community and Technical College System?
The acceptance rate of Kentucky Community and Technical College System is 13%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
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