West Kentucky Community and Technical College — tuition $4,464 in-state, $6,000 out-of-state
Outcomes
C+
58/100
Affordability
B+
81/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
D
44/100
Prestige
D
32/100
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
5,132
Total Enrollment
49%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,233
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near West Kentucky Community and Technical College ▼
64%
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.
What happens to students who enroll at West Kentucky Community and Technical College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$34,891
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$29,823
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,986
Median debt at graduation
49.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 75th 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 West Kentucky 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.
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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College Town Property Report
Avg home value near campus: $225,928
Avg rent near campus: $1,253/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 42058 (6.5% cap, Ledbetter)
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🏆 Where West Kentucky Community and Technical College Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~3,295 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person52%
Hybrid (Some Online)21%
Fully Online27%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)45%
25-64 (Adult)29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at West Kentucky 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 West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
Tuition at West Kentucky 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 $7,233.
What is the graduation rate at West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
The graduation rate at West Kentucky Community and Technical College is 49%.
This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is West Kentucky Community and Technical College a good school?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
West Kentucky Community and Technical College has a total enrollment of 5,132 students.
Is there rental demand near West Kentucky Community and Technical College?
Yes! Approximately 64% of students at West Kentucky Community and Technical College live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 3,295 students who need rental housing near campus.
This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Paducah area.
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