Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 36.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $36,323
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $10,691
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 29.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $113/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate | $56,641 | $10,950 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate | $25,194 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate | $21,166 | $6,999 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate | $21,052 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate | $20,140 |
Outcomes Overview
Hopkinsville graduates earn a median of $36,323 ten years after starting, while carrying typical debt of $10,691. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 29% sits comfortably below the federal benchmark of 30%. Monthly loan payments of $113 consume just 3.7% of median income, making repayment manageable for most graduates. The college serves a working-class community where 85.9% of graduates find employment, often in healthcare support, manufacturing, and local business roles. Many students use Hopkinsville as a stepping stone to four-year degrees or enter Kentucky's growing logistics and healthcare sectors. With low debt loads and solid earning potential for a two-year degree, this represents a strong return on investment.