Big Sandy Community and Technical College Tuition &
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is a public community college in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, enrolling about 1,604 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $3,873 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,728. Student demographics in federal data include White (94.8%) and Two or More Races (1.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,728
- 2024 Average Net Price: $3,873 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,604 67.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 37.74%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
- First-Generation Students: 60.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 9.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 83.9%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,323
- Room & Board: $8,814 annual estimate
Big Sandy Community and Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Big Sandy Community and Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is located in Prestonsburg, KY (ZIP 41653).
NCES locale classification: Town remote.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College public or private?
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Big Sandy Community and Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $4,728 in-state, $6,432 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $3,873.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,198 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $3,432 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,409 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $8,776 |
| $110,001+ | $7,877 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $18,912.
How big is Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
Total enrollment: 1,604 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,323 students.
About 68% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 37.74%.
First-year retention: 61.3%.
What do graduates of Big Sandy Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $28,106 six years after entry; $32,954 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $9,357.
44.48% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Big Sandy Community and Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Electrician (259 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (131 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (83 completions)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (81 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (64 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (55 completions)
- Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician (53 completions)
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration (44 completions)
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary (37 completions)
- Public Administration and Social Service (35 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 37.74%; median earnings $32,954 at 10 years; net price $3,873. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,728
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Big Sandy Community and Technical College was $4,728.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$3,873
2024 Value
In 2024 Big Sandy Community and Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $3,873.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,492 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$3,873 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$18,912 4-Year In-State Tuition
$25,728 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$8,814 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,268 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,810 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$59,240 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Big Sandy Community and Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
44.48% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
15.49% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Big Sandy Community and Technical College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Big Sandy Community and Technical College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $3,456 | $12,096 | $5,846 |
| 2014 | $3,624 | $12,456 | $6,158 |
| 2015 | $3,624 | $12,456 | $5,185 |
| 2016 | $3,936 | $13,296 | $4,597 |
| 2017 | $4,080 | $13,800 | $5,565 |
| 2018 | $4,248 | $14,400 | $4,966 |
| 2019 | $4,368 | $14,808 | $4,628 |
| 2020 | $4,488 | $15,240 | $3,842 |
| 2021 | $4,488 | $15,240 | $4,068 |
| 2022 | $4,560 | $15,480 | $4,149 |
| 2023 | $4,656 | $6,192 | $4,530 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Big Sandy Community and Technical College reported total enrollment of about 1,604 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 39% male and 61% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (94.8%), Two or More Races (1.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). About 44.48% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 60.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
67.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Big Sandy Community and Technical College in 2024 is 1,604 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,323 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
61.3%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 94.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
25.07% 100% Completion Time
37.74% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 25.07% of students graduating from Big Sandy Community and Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Electrician: 97% male / 3% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 31% male / 69% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 35% male / 65% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Big Sandy Community and Technical College.
Return on Investment
$9,357 Median Student Debt
$32,954 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
28.39% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2027.16% Return on Investment
2.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Big Sandy Community and Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 33 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Electrician: 259 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 131 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 83 completions
4. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 81 completions
5. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 64 completions
6. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 55 completions
7. Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician: 53 completions
8. Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration: 44 completions
9. Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary: 37 completions
Most popular programs at Big Sandy Community and Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Big Sandy Community and Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Big Sandy Community and Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 83.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,720
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $7,276
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Prestonsburg, KY, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Electrician, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,604 students. Student body composition includes White (94.8%), Two or More Races (1.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). The 150%-time completion rate is 37.74%. Approximately 44.48% of students receive Pell Grants. About 60.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Traditional
Location
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 37.74% graduation rate at Big Sandy Community and Technical College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Big Sandy Community and Technical College located?
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is located in Prestonsburg, KY.
How much does Big Sandy Community and Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,728 and average net price is $3,873 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,814 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
Big Sandy Community and Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,323 students, White (94.8%), Two or More Races (1.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
About 60.3% of students at Big Sandy Community and Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Big Sandy Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $28,106 six years after entry and $32,954 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Big Sandy Community and Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 37.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Big Sandy Community and Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $9,357.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College public or private?
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Prestonsburg, KY.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College an HBCU?
No. Big Sandy Community and Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College a tribal college?
No. Big Sandy Community and Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Big Sandy Community and Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 1.4%).
Is Big Sandy Community and Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Big Sandy Community and Technical College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Kentucky college costs
- Kentucky colleges by ROI
- Kentucky trade schools profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Kentucky
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.