- The mission of the college is to educate, lead, and serve all citizens who choose to enhance their lives and community as lifelong learners by pursuing a comprehensive curriculum fulfilling the first two years of a baccalaureate program; a certificate, diploma, and/or associate degree; customized business and industry training; educational opportunities through Adult Basic Education, community service, continuing education, and professional development.
School Highlights
Owensboro Community and Technical College serves 6,082 students (32% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 27%.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Enrollment: 6,082 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 18%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Owensboro Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Debt For Students
School Overview
The teacher population of 243 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Owensboro Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
243 staff
232 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Owensboro Community and Technical College has grown by 51% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 16:1 over five years.
The Owensboro Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has grown by 43% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,082 students
3,741 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,921 students
1,251 students
# Part-Time Students
4,161 students
2,490 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
608 students
401 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,921 students
1,251 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
121 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,161 students
2,490 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
104 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
407 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
2%
% Hispanic
4%
6%
% Black
4%
10%
% White
82%
73%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.45
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
47%
44%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,100
$29,400
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,624 is less than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,456 is more than the state average of $12,449. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
Tuition Notes
$189 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
97%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,617
$11,279
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,250
$5,953
Acceptance Rate
n/a
78%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Owensboro Community and Technical College is located in beautiful Owensboro, Kentucky located along the southern banks of the Ohio River. Owensboro is the industrial and cultural hub of western Kentucky and is the third largest city in terms of population in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Owensboro Community and Technical College includes three campuses and off-site locations in Daviess, Ohio, Hancock and McLean counties. We also serve students from Southern Indiana and other counties in Kentucky. A variety of program -delivery options are available, including evening, weekend, on-line and KET telecourses as well as on-site customized training courses. On it's three campuses, a comprehensive curriculum for technical and career programs is provided leading to certificates, diplomas and associate degrees preparing graduates for employment. OCTC provides two guaranteed transfer Associate Degrees, thirteen Associate in Applied Science Degrees, and twenty-two diploma and certificate programs from which students can choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Owensboro Community and Technical College cost?
Owensboro Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What is Owensboro Community and Technical College's ranking?
Owensboro Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition and Least debt for graduating students.
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