C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
71/100 · earnings-weighted

Gateway Community and Technical College

2-Year Public
📍 Florence, Kentucky 41042
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 49%
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
F
33/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

4,752
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$8,317
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Gateway Community and Technical College ▼

71% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$279,254
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,543
1-Year Change
+2.8%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Gateway Community and Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$36,147
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,492
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,711
Median debt at graduation
59.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
29.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 80th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (KY wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Gateway Community and Technical College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$67,888$88,817+10%#209 of 962#77$15,138
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians$66,827—————
Computer and Information Sciences$49,753$59,332+9%#39 of 122#19$12,893
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies—$56,000+11%#13 of 41#7—
Health and Medical Administrative Services$48,917—————
Business Administration, Management and Operations$43,658$47,741-2%#304 of 547#150$11,595
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$36,311$44,425+1%#380 of 947#124$11,675
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$40,910—————
Teaching Assistants/Aides—$40,586+11%#3 of 11#2—
Human Services—$31,947-19%#63 of 65#59$18,931

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Gateway Community and Technical College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $279,254
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,543/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45204 (8.9% cap, Cincinnati)

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🏆 Where Gateway Community and Technical College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#9
Energy Systems Technology/Technician
of 10 schools
#12
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
of 17 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $4,464 $6,000

Financial Aid

96%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
13%
Take Out Loans
$8,317
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$4,585
$30,001 - $48,000$5,173
$48,001 - $75,000$8,028
$75,001 - $110,000$10,433
$110,001+$11,109

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Computer and Information Sciences, General 466 grads/yr Electrician 319 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 318 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 295 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 265 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 205 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 192 grads/yr Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician 190 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 115 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 106 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 98 grads/yr Machine Shop Technology/Assistant 89 grads/yr Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 69 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 65 grads/yr Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician 52 grads/yr Fire Science/Fire-fighting 47 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 39 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 33 grads/yr Energy Systems Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 20 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Gateway Community and Technical College's top programs commonly pursue.

Computer and information systems managers
$171k/yr 667,100 jobs
Computer and information research scientists
$141k/yr 40,300 jobs
Database architects
$136k/yr 66,900 jobs
Computer network architects
$130k/yr 179,200 jobs
Computer occupations, all other
$109k/yr 472,000 jobs
Database administrators
$105k/yr 78,000 jobs
Computer systems analysts
$104k/yr 521,100 jobs
Software quality assurance analysts and testers
$103k/yr 201,700 jobs

Student Demographics

4,752
Total Students
57%
Women
38%
Traditional Age (18-24)
71%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Hispanic 6%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 71%
With Family 30%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,350 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 32%
Hybrid (Some Online) 26%
Fully Online 42%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 38%
25-64 (Adult) 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Gateway Community and Technical College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Gateway Community and Technical College?
Tuition at Gateway Community and Technical College is $4,464 for in-state students and $6,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $8,317.
What is the graduation rate at Gateway Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at Gateway Community and Technical College is 49%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Gateway Community and Technical College a good school?
Gateway Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Gateway Community and Technical College?
Gateway Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 4,752 students.
Is there rental demand near Gateway Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 71% of students at Gateway Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 3,350 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Florence area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology