Big Sandy Community and Technical College

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Prestonsburg, KY
60688638630
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What Are the Key Stats for Big Sandy Community and Technical College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$4,728

Total Enrollment

2,618

Graduation Rate

37.7%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,514

Last reported year

How Big Sandy Community and Technical College Compares

Big Sandy Community and Technical College sits in the middle range for trade-college enrollment with 2,618 students. Tuition: $4,728. Net price: $5,091. Graduation: 38%. Retention: 61%. These metrics behave as expected for a school of this size โ€” useful as a baseline against more specialized competitors.

Where is Big Sandy Community and Technical College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Big Sandy Community and Technical College

166 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
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128 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 46.0302
120 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3901
70 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 52.0201
67 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 11.0101

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Big Sandy Community and Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Electrical Technology program at Big Sandy Community and Technical College, 63% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 45% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $4,567 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Electrical Technology45%63%100%$4,567
Phlebotomy for the Healthcare Worker91%81%69%$4,562
10 Week - Healthcare Fast Path76%82%61%$5,678
Pharmacy Technician82%67%44%$4,064

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Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Big Sandy Community and Technical College

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Enrollment

Big Sandy Community and Technical College enrolls 2,618 students. The student body is 62.1% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 61% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Big Sandy Community and Technical College maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 61% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Big Sandy Community and Technical College employs 76 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 10.5% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Big Sandy Community and Technical College offers programs in 14 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Electrician, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training. In 2025, the college awarded 1,514 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Big Sandy Community and Technical College is $4,728 for in-state students and $6,432 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $5,091. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Big Sandy Community and Technical College achieves a 30.3% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 35% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
1 Bert Combs Dr
Prestonsburg, KY, 41653
Administrator
Samuel Todd Brand, Ph.D.
President/CEO

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $4,728
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,432
Average Net Price $5,091

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00199600
EIN: 611320380
IPEDS ID: 157553
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