C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
69/100 · earnings-weighted

Henderson Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Henderson, Kentucky 42420
Henderson Community College campus, Henderson, KY
Henderson Community College campus, Henderson, KY. Photo: Billy Hathorn at en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 44%
Outcomes
C+
57/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
F
22/100

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

1,606
Total Enrollment
44%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
19.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$6,997
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Henderson Community College ▼

61% 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
$207,538
Avg Monthly Rent
$955
1-Year Change
+7.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$35,714
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$31,551
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$10,483
Median debt at graduation
34.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 78th 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 Henderson Community 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$58,754$67,325-17%#928 of 962#761$15,750
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions—$45,081-27%#215 of 237#206—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$30,204$40,197-9%#671 of 947#366$9,126

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 Henderson Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $207,538
  • Avg rent near campus: $955/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 47713 (7.9% cap, Evansville)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
64%
Receive Pell Grants
14%
Take Out Loans
$6,997
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,636
$30,001 - $48,000$3,882
$48,001 - $75,000$6,490
$75,001 - $110,000$8,349
$110,001+$9,930

Student Demographics

1,606
Total Students
72%
Women
36%
Traditional Age (18-24)
61%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 6%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 61%
With Family 39%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~986 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 51%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 29%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 36%
25-64 (Adult) 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Henderson Community 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 Henderson Community College?
Tuition at Henderson Community 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 $6,997.
What is the graduation rate at Henderson Community College?
The graduation rate at Henderson Community College is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Henderson Community College a good school?
Henderson Community 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 (D): 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 Henderson Community College?
Henderson Community College has a total enrollment of 1,606 students.
Is there rental demand near Henderson Community College?
Yes! Approximately 61% of students at Henderson Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 986 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Henderson area.

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