Hopkinsville Community College

Overview

Hopkinsville Community College (HCC), established in 1965, is a public two-year institution located in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. This college emphasizes accessible post-secondary education, workforce training, and transfer options to four-year universities. Nestled in a small city atmosphere, the campus is situated near Fort Campbell and roughly 72 miles northwest of Nashville, Tennessee, providing a blend of rural tranquility and proximity to urban amenities. With an open admissions policy, HCC is accessible to a diverse student body interested in an array of programs, notably in health sciences, industrial technologies, and business studies. While primarily a commuter campus, HCC does not provide on-campus student housing. The college does not have an emphasis on intercollegiate athletics. HCC is part of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System, serving the southern Pennyrile region and nearby military community by offering associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

Hopkinsville Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  699 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,329 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,368 plus fees of $192.