Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College

Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States · Est. 1939 · Community College

Kentucky's most affordable community college with 30+ programs across six regional campuses.

  • Established 1939 as Western Trade School; became Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College in 2012
  • Public community college serving 10-county region in south-central Kentucky
  • Member of Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS)
  • Six campus locations: Main Campus (Bowling Green), Glasgow Health, Glasgow Technology, KATI, Transpark Center, Franklin-Simpson Center
  • Offers 30+ associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates including nursing, engineering, healthcare, and business programs
  • Open-admissions college accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Academics

SKYCTC offers more than 30 academic programs at the associate degree, diploma, and certificate levels. Key programs include nursing (LPN and RN), respiratory care, radiography, surgical technology, medical laboratory technology, industrial maintenance, computer and information technology, and hospitality management. The college provides pathways to professional licensure in commercial driving, nursing, respiratory care, radiography, and surgical technology. Students can earn Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees, with many programs designed for workforce entry or transfer to four-year institutions.

Campus & Student Life

With six strategically located campuses across south-central Kentucky, SKYCTC brings education to students' communities. The college emphasizes student engagement through clubs, activities, and organizations. Campus locations include the main campus in Bowling Green, health and technology campuses in Glasgow, and specialized centers in Franklin and at the KATI and Transpark facilities. The college describes itself as a community where students find confidence, collaboration, compassion, and success.

Admissions

SKYCTC operates as an open-admissions institution, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds. The college offers placement testing and assessment services to help students succeed. Campus tours are available by appointment, with group tours of 10 or more accommodated by calling (270) 901-1128. Prospective students can request information and begin applications online or by contacting the admissions office at (270) 901-1000 or southcentral-admissions@kctcs.edu.

Affordability

SKYCTC advertises the lowest tuition in Kentucky, positioning itself as an affordable pathway to higher education. The college highlights that the cost of one year at a university could cover two years at SKYCTC. Financial aid options and guidance are available to help students afford college. The college also participates in Work Ready Kentucky, offering tuition-free training in high-demand fields with completion in four months or less.

Founded
1939
Type
Community College
Courses
11
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationKentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS)
Websitehttps://southcentral.kctcs.edu
HousingNot available
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Quick stats

Courses offered
11
Avg career outcomes
$34.2K
Total intake
Not yet verified
Housing
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources