For the 2025 school year, there are 2 community colleges serving 4,541 students in Perry County County, Kentucky.
The top ranked community college in Perry County, KY is Galen College of Nursing-ARH.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), and the student:teacher ratio is 19:1.
Top Ranked Perry County Community Colleges (2025)
College
Location
Students
Galen College of Nursing-ARH
Private for-profit
100 Airport Gardens Drive
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 629-3141
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 629-3141
| 525 students
One Community College Drive
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 487-3503
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 487-3503
| 4,016 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Perry County, KY?
There are 2 community colleges serving 4,541 students in Perry County, KY.
How diverse are community college in Perry County, KY?
Community colleges in Perry County, KY have approximately 18% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black and Hispanic.
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