- Founded in 1960, Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College is a public, comprehensive community and technical college under the governance of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The college serves the KCTCS Southeast district and provides Associate in Art and Associate in Science degree, Associate in Applied Science degree programs, certificate programs, diploma programs, Continuing education, Academic support and developmental education and resources to promote the preservation of the Appalachian culture by stimulating artistic expression.
School Highlights
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College serves 2,492 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,492 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 99%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 232 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical 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
232 staff
232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College has declined by 28% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has declined by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,492 students
2,968 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
969 students
1,000 students
# Part-Time Students
1,523 students
1,968 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
176 students
266 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
969 students
978 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
55 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,523 students
1,968 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
54 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
2%
% Asian
2%
10%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
1%
5%
% White
1%
4%
% Hawaiian
90%
77%
% Two or more races
6%
3%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.40
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3675%
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)
$26,300
$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
95%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,750
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College provides the opportunity to participate in and develop leadership skills through several campus organizations, activities, and intramural sporting events, which promote educational, recreational, social and personal growth. With campuses in Cumberland, Harlan, Middlesboro, Pineville and Whitesburg, the college is able to offer a variety of student activities that accommodate each campuses student population. Transfer Counselors are available to assist student who are preparing to transfer to four year colleges. By completing the Associate in Arts degree or the Associate in Science degree a student will have a completed the transfer block that will meet the general education requirements for Kentucky State universities and colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College cost?
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What is Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College's ranking?
Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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