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Somerset Community College

Somerset, KY·Public·4,166 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 4,166 students.

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4,166
Students
$4,398
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$27,500
Earnings
10 yr
$12,215
Debt

About This School

Somerset Community College is a public institution located in Somerset, Kentucky with approximately 4,166 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $4,398 per year. Typical graduates earn $27,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Somerset Community College (SCC) is a public community college in Somerset, Kentucky. It is part of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The college offers academic, general education, and technical curricula leading to certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. Somerset Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $3,913 per year after aid and only $8,000 in median debt at graduation, this is one of the most affordable paths to a credential you'll find anywhere. The concern worth naming is that median earnings of $27,500 a decade out suggest graduates are largely staying in lower-wage local jobs, so if you're aiming for a four-year transfer or a higher-earning career, have a clear plan before enrolling rather than assuming the degree alone will get you there.

Founded
2002
Setting
Remote town
Avg Faculty Salary
$5,726

Popular Programs

Health Professions19%
Business & Marketing8%
Computer Science5%
Visual & Performing Arts0%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Tara Conner

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,728
Out-of-State Tuition
$6,432
Avg Net Price
$4,398
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$3,671
$30–48k$3,524
$48–75k$5,103
$75–110k$7,596
$110k+$9,860

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants49%
Median debt at graduation$12,215

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
N/A
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$27,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,215
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$26,700
Female graduates$20,100

Gap: 25% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,215
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$22,700
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$27,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White90%
Black1%
Hispanic/Latino4%
Asian1%
Two or more races3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,166 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Somerset Community College

808 Monticello Street

Somerset, KY 42501-2973

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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