Somerset Community College

Somerset Community College is a public community college located in Somerset, KY. It offers 86 programs through Certificate and Associate's programs. (Of that, the distance learning opportunity (online degrees/courses) is given to 22 programs). It is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
The 2024 tuition & fees are $4,728 for Kentucky residents and $6,432 for out-of-state students at Somerset Community College. Its tuition & fees are cheaper than the average costs ($6,442) of public community colleges in Kentucky.
It has 6,155 students that are higher than the average population (3,179 students) of community colleges in Kentucky. In addition, 2,798 students have enrolled online exclusively. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1 which is lower than the average ratio (18 to 1) of Kentucky community colleges. The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $27,500.
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Academic Overview

Somerset Community College is a 2-4 years, public school located in Somerset, Kentucky.
For the academic year 2023-2024, the tuition & fees are $4,728 for Kentucky residents and $6,432 for other students on average. It offers 86 degree programs through 65 Certificate, 21 Associate's programs. Of that, the distance learning opportunity is given to 22 programs (14 Certificate, 8 Associate's programs).
Directory Information and Key Academic Statistics
Type2-4 years, public
Address808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY
Phone877-629-9722
Tuition & Fees (2023-2024) »In-State$4,728
Out-of-State$6,432
Student Population »6,155 Total Enrollment
Graduation Rate »43%
Transfer-out Rate10%
Retention Rate66% (Full-time)
53% (Part-time)
Average Financial Aid »$4,479
Students to Faculty19:1 (5.26%)
Average Earning After 10 years of graduation$27,500

2024 Tuition & Fees

The 2024 tuition & fees are $4,728 for Kentucky residents and $6,432 for out-of-state students at Somerset Community College. Its tuition & fees are cheaper than the average tuition ($6,442) over public community colleges in Kentucky.
The following table shows the 2023-2024 tuition & fees, books & supplies, and living costs at Somerset Community College. Then, we compare its costs to Kentucky community colleges and all U.S. community colleges. In addition, the chart shows the changes in tuition over the last 5 years.
Each cost is an average amount over the offered programs at the school. You can check more comprehensive tuition information on the cost of attendance page.
2024 Cost Of Attendance
Kentucky ResidentsOut-of-State
Tuition & Fees$4,728$6,432
Books & Supplies$1,228
Off-Campus Living Costs$12,030
Average Financial Aid$4,479
Cost of Attendance$17,986$19,690
After Financial Aid$13,507$15,211
Average Earning After 10 years of graduation$27,500
2024 Tuition & Fees and Comparison
Kentucky ResidentsOut-of-State Students
Somerset Community College$4,728$6,432
Public Community Colleges in Kentucky$4,738$6,442
Public Community Colleges in U.S.$5,207$8,749

Offered Degrees/Programs By Area of Study

Somerset Community College offers Certificate and Associate's programs. Of that, 22 programs can be conferred by distance learning - 14 Certificate, 8 Associate's. The following table summarizes the number of offered programs by degree types.
Total Number of Programs
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Online Programs148NOT OFFERED
Total Programs6521NOT OFFERED
The next tables list major programs with offered degrees and online availability. The number on each column denotes the conferred degree of the program.
The numbers include completers through on-campus classes and partially online classes as well as only online classes. Only in Classroom means that the program is offered only on-site classes and not offered denotes that the school does not offer the program.
You may want to see all schools offering a major program by following the link on the title of the program.
what is Communications Technologies program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects29 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 9 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Computer and Information Sciences program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Computer and Information SciencesNOT OFFERED 17 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Personal and Culinary Services program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist44 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Culinary Arts/Chef Training20 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 6 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Engineering Technology program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians (other)12 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 8 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Work and Family Studies program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Child Care Provider/Assistant25 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 11 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Liberal Arts and Sciences, Humanities program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal StudiesNOT OFFERED 324 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies (other)NOT OFFERED 51 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement AdministrationNOT OFFERED 27 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Fire Science/Fire-fightingNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
what is Construction Trades program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Carpentry/Carpenter8 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Electrician39 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
what is Mechanics and Repairers program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology19 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology21 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 20 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician4 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician16 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician8 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 12 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
what is Precision Production Trades program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant15 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Welding Technology/Welder13 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
what is Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary80 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 22 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Medical/Clinical Assistant7 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Pharmacy Technician/AssistantNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Physical Therapy Technician/AssistantNOT OFFERED 14 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)9 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 6 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Respiratory Care Therapy/TherapistNOT OFFERED 11 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Surgical Technology/TechnologistNOT OFFERED 13 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Radiologic Technology/Science - RadiographerNOT OFFERED 12 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Clinical/Medical Laboratory TechnicianNOT OFFERED 8 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Registered Nursing/Registered NurseNOT OFFERED 65 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training48 completers
ONLY IN CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
what is Business program?
CertificateAssociatesBachelors
Business Administration and Management1 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 42 completers
ONLINE / CLASSROOM		 NOT OFFERED

Student Population

There are 6,155 students at Somerset Community College including both full-time and part-time students. By gender, 1,876 male students and 3,138 female students are attending the school.
The following table shows the total number of students by gender and attending status at the school. You can check more enrollment information of the school.
Student Population
TotalFull-TimePart-time
Total5,0141,8903,124
Male Students1,8767641,112
Female Students3,1381,1262,012

Distance Learning (Online Degree/Program) Student Population

At Somerset Community College, there are 5,529 students including in both full-time and part-time status. Of that, 3,382 students were attending classes through distance learning (2,331 students are enrolled exclusively and 1,051 are enrolled in some online courses) .
Distance Learning Enrollment Distribution
Total Enrollment5,529
Enrolled Exclusively in Online Courses2,331
Enrolled in Some But Not All Online Courses1,051
Not Enrolled In Any Online Courses2,147
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