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Public, 2-Year
Lexington, KY

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in KY. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$4,706

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

36.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$36,343

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Bluegrass Community and Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Lexington, KY. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,706, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 36.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$9,412

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.5 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$6,343

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$54,018

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$117,448

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 36%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Bluegrass Community and Technical College is $10,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
59.2%
40.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
66.1%
Black
14.4%
Hispanic
10.9%
Two or more
4.6%
Asian
2.8%
Unknown
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
International
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$4,706

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$4,265
$30k - $48k$5,265
$48k - $75k$7,256
$75k+$9,875

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$10,500
Pell Grant Recipients35.0%
Using Federal Loans20.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment30.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

65.3%

Success

36.2%

In-State Cost

$4,706

Age 25+ Students

26.7%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 4

Working at 6yr

4,228 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lexington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Lexington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Lexington

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$802

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$983

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,177

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Lexington metropolitan area.