Owensboro Community and Technical College

Overview

Owensboro Community and Technical College, located in Owensboro, Kentucky, is a public institution founded in 1986 following the consolidation of Owensboro Technical College and Owensboro Community College. The college offers an array of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificate programs, with a focus on technical education and workforce development. Noteworthy programs include Advanced Manufacturing Technologies, allied health fields, and business studies, reflecting regional industry demands. While it has an open admissions policy, the college emphasizes accessibility and provides a supportive environment for learning. The campus environment is largely commuter-based, with limited on-campus housing options. The main campus sits in a suburban setting, just a few miles southwest of downtown Owensboro, and is characterized by contemporary architecture designed to support its technical and community-based mission. Owensboro Community and Technical College does not have a significant emphasis on athletics, positioning itself primarily as an institution dedicated to academics and vocational training.

Owensboro Community and Technical College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,592 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,029 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $4,368 plus fees of $192.