These Kentucky Community Colleges Are Among the Best

What are the top-ranked community colleges in Kentucky? WalletHub recently conducted a study to figure out which schools stand out across the state. In their latest report, the personal finance site gave high marks to several schools, with Owensboro Community and Technical College and Madisonville Community College ranking especially well.

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We all know picking the right college can feel overwhelming. You want a school that fits you, your goals, your budget, and your future. And while it's easy to overlook local options, some of the best choices might be closer than you think. We’ve got a few right here in our own backyard that could be the perfect fit. As college towns go, Owensboro is a solid option. With early decision deadlines hitting November 1st, now’s the time to start narrowing things down.

CHOOSING THE BEST COMMUNITY COLLEGES IN KENTUCKY

To find out where students can get the best education at the most affordable price, WalletHub compared over 650 community colleges using 18 key indicators of cost and quality. The data covered everything from in-state tuition and fees to student-faculty ratios and graduation rates.

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These are the community colleges that came out on top in Kentucky.

TOP 10 COMMUNITY COLLEGES IN KENTUCKY

Rank - College Name - Score
1️⃣ Madisonville Community College 60.15
2️⃣ Gateway Community and Technical College 60.02
3️⃣ Owensboro Community and Technical College 59.17
4️⃣ Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College 59.11
5️⃣ Hopkinsville Community College 58.79
6️⃣ West Kentucky Community and Technical College 58.11
7️⃣ Henderson Community College 57.92
8️⃣ Hazard Community and Technical College 57.79
9️⃣ Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 57.70
🔟 Ashland Community and Technical College 57.68

STATE-BY-STATE BREAKDOWN

Source: WalletHub

Be sure to connect with your local community college to see if it’s the right fit for you and your goals!

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