Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
About Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College teaches in the Appalachian coalfields, from Cumberland, Middlesboro, Harlan and Pineville. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1960
Location
Cumberland, Kentucky
Students
1,721
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
47.3%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,728
Out-of-state: $6,432
Avg Net Price
$3,731
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$29,482
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
47.3% complete their degree within three years
Retention
67.5%
Transfer Out
10%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.5%
$/Student
$5.6K
Class Size
Large
While 47.3% finish in 4 years, 67.5% 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
$12,699
After Financial Aid
$3,731
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,963
Receive Grants
40.1%
Take Loans
7.3%
Tuition is $4,728/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,731.
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 Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College fund their education.
While in School
40.1%
Get Grants
Free money
7.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$13,940
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,919
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$73/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,919, 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 Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College.
Gender
68.5%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,721
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
56%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
27.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 69% of the student body. 56% 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
Rural: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,721
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 Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$29,482
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
196 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
59 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$51K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Teaching Assistants/Aides
—
18 grads
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
—
8 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
7 grads
Median earnings are $29K 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.