Hazard Community and Technical College
About Hazard Community and Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hazard Community and Technical College teaches in the mountains of eastern Kentucky, in the heart of the coalfields. Nursing and human services are among its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Hazard, Kentucky
Students
1,506
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,728
Out-of-state: $6,432
Avg Net Price
$2,955
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$29,868
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66.9%
Transfer Out
9%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
97.1%
$/Student
$7.0K
Class Size
Medium
47.6% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,728
In-State
$6,432
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,268
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,520
After Financial Aid
$2,955
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,426
Receive Grants
32%
Take Loans
9.5%
Tuition is $4,728/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $2,955.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Hazard Community and Technical College fund their education.
While in School
32%
Get Grants
Free money
9.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$10,487
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,125
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$107/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,125, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Hazard Community and Technical College.
Gender
61.9%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,506
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
60.8%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
29.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 60.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,506
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hazard Community and Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$29,868
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
134 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
60 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
—
21 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$47K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
16 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$26K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Median earnings are $30K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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