West Kentucky Community and Technical College Tuition &
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a public community college in Paducah, Kentucky, serving roughly 2,851 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $5,353 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,728. Student demographics in federal data include White (77.3%) and Black or African American (8.8%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,728
- 2024 Average Net Price: $5,353 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,851 54.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 49.83%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 47.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 9.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 99.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,215
- Room & Board: $8,814 annual estimate
West Kentucky Community and Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about West Kentucky Community and Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is located in Paducah, KY (ZIP 42001).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College public or private?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does West Kentucky Community and Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $4,728 in-state, $6,432 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $5,353.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $4,345 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,561 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,414 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,291 |
| $110,001+ | $12,695 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $18,912.
How big is West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
Total enrollment: 2,851 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,215 students.
About 54% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 49.83%.
First-year retention: 70.6%.
What do graduates of West Kentucky Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $29,823 six years after entry; $34,891 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,986.
33.09% of students receive Pell grants.
What is West Kentucky Community and Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training (323 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (262 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (253 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (208 completions)
- Electrician (176 completions)
- Computer and Information Sciences, General (142 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (118 completions)
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician (103 completions)
- Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary (96 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (93 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 49.83%; median earnings $34,891 at 10 years; net price $5,353. 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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College was $4,728.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$5,353
2024 Value
In 2024 West Kentucky Community and Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $5,353.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$21,412 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$5,353 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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.09% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
9.43% 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 West Kentucky 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 West Kentucky 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 | $5,728 |
| 2014 | $3,624 | $12,456 | $5,372 |
| 2015 | $3,624 | $12,456 | $6,148 |
| 2016 | $3,936 | $13,296 | $5,777 |
| 2017 | $4,080 | $13,800 | $5,045 |
| 2018 | $4,248 | $14,400 | $4,330 |
| 2019 | $4,368 | $14,808 | $5,467 |
| 2020 | $4,488 | $15,240 | $5,679 |
| 2021 | $4,488 | $15,240 | $5,698 |
| 2022 | $4,560 | $15,480 | $5,554 |
| 2023 | $4,656 | $6,192 | $5,023 |
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
West Kentucky Community and Technical College reported total enrollment of about 2,851 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 32% male and 68% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.3%), Black or African American (8.8%), and Hispanic or Latino (7.0%). About 33.09% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
54.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at West Kentucky Community and Technical College in 2024 is 2,851 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,215 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
70.6%
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 77.3%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
35.35% 100% Completion Time
49.83% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 35.35% of students graduating from West Kentucky Community and Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 11% male / 89% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 92% male / 8% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 30% male / 70% 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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
Return on Investment
$8,986 Median Student Debt
$34,891 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.75% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
1529.51% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 39 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training: 323 completions
2. Welding Technology/Welder: 262 completions
3. Business Administration and Management, General: 253 completions
4. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 208 completions
5. Electrician: 176 completions
6. Computer and Information Sciences, General: 142 completions
7. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 118 completions
8. Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician: 103 completions
9. Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary: 96 completions
Most popular programs at West Kentucky Community and Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for West Kentucky Community and Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for West Kentucky Community and Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 99.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,543
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,363
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Paducah, KY, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Welding Technology/Welder, Business Administration and Management, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,851 students. Student body composition includes White (77.3%), Black or African American (8.8%), Hispanic or Latino (7.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 49.83%. Approximately 33.09% of students receive Pell Grants. About 47.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Paducah, KY 42001
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
West Kentucky Community and Technical College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Kentucky Community and Technical College located?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is located in Paducah, KY.
How much does West Kentucky Community and Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,728 and average net price is $5,353 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $8,814 annually.
What is the student body demographics at West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,215 students, White (77.3%), Black or African American (8.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
About 47.7% of students at West Kentucky Community and Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of West Kentucky Community and Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $29,823 six years after entry and $34,891 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 49.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do West Kentucky Community and Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,986.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College public or private?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College is a public institution located in Paducah, KY.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College an HBCU?
No. West Kentucky Community and Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College a tribal college?
No. West Kentucky Community and Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, West Kentucky Community and Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.0%).
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for West Kentucky 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.