Hopkinsville Community College
About Hopkinsville Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hopkinsville Community College teaches in western Kentucky, near Fort Campbell, and many of its students are soldiers or their families. Nursing and business are its largest programs.
Founded
1965
Location
Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Students
1,630
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,728
Out-of-state: $6,432
Avg Net Price
$5,875
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,323
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
45.1% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.8%
Transfer Out
13%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.4K
Class Size
Medium
While 45.1% finish in 4 years, 65.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
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
$14,469
After Financial Aid
$5,875
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,402
Receive Grants
44.5%
Take Loans
12.8%
Tuition is $4,728/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,875.
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 Hopkinsville Community College fund their education.
While in School
44.5%
Get Grants
Free money
12.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,302
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,691
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$113/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,691, 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 Hopkinsville Community College.
Gender
69%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,630
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.2%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
37%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 48.2% 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: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,630
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hopkinsville Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,323
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
201 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
52 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
13 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
12 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
12 grads
Health and Medical Administrative Services
—
7 grads
Median earnings are $36K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.