Tuition & Costs
The amount you will pay as a KCTCS student depends on whether you're a resident of Kentucky and how many classes you take. Tuition is generally due before you begin classes, but our payment plan gives you the option of making payments over time. Additional charges may apply to courses depending on the specific course requirements and delivery method as well as supplementary course aide materials. Contact your local KCTCS college for a complete listing.
| Tuition Category | Cost Per Credit Hour |
|---|---|
| In-State Students | $182/credit hour |
| Dual Credit Students | $91/credit hour |
| Out-of-State Students: From Contiguous Counties* | $364/credit hour |
| Out-of-State Students: Other Out-of-State Students | $637/credit hour |
| Online-Only Courses+ (all students): | $182/credit hour |
| Mandatory Fee** (all students): | $8/credit hour |
| Distance Learner Fee*** | $20/credit hour |
What's With the ***?
Great question!
The first * is for contiguous counties. Contiguous counties are those which border Kentucky. Students from these counties pay a special tuition rate. Students from Reciprocity Counties pay in-state tuition.
Next, the ** is the KCTCS BuildSmart Investment for Kentucky Competitiveness fee.
+For students who are enrolled in online-only courses, the tuition is the same regardless
of your residency. Other fees, such as the mandatory fee and a distance learning course
fee of $20/credit hour still apply.
A full list of charges and fees is available.
To view our third-party servicer contract for refund management, click here.
