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Somerset Community College
Somerset, Kentucky · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY 42501 · Phone: (877) 629-9722 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Somerset Community College is a public trade school in Somerset, KY, offering LPN, electrician, and welding programs, accredited by multiple bodies including SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Somerset Community College's completion rate is 43.1%, below the state average of 55.5%; median graduate debt is $12,215 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,787.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Somerset Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is accepted, and about 48.8% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,420 | $60,460 | $65,090 |
| Electricians | $37,110 | $59,720 | $77,920 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $39,300 | $51,470 | $59,900 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $38,250 | $55,480 | $63,740 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $30,210 | $44,890 | $59,990 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $38,790 | $58,620 | $67,540 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $45,210 | $67,920 | $94,920 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $22,580 | $29,840 | $42,220 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $31,550 | $48,070 | $66,770 |
| Machinists | $39,070 | $58,660 | $71,530 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $38,670 | $56,340 | $70,020 |
| Medical assistants | $32,950 | $39,270 | $45,940 |
| Construction laborers | $33,770 | $45,710 | $50,040 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $29,800 | $36,800 | $44,380 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $51,740 | $69,670 | $81,370 |
| Skincare specialists | $26,340 | $38,580 | $46,280 |
| Surgical technologists | $41,440 | $60,490 | $66,630 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 190 | $33,506 | $33,459 | $8,069 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 123 | not reported | not reported | $7,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 67 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 66 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 53 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 52 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 48 | $33,506 | $33,459 | $8,069 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, under 300 hours | 46 | not reported | not reported | $7,500 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 45 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 44 | $13,178 | $8,214 | $10,772 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 43 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 42 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 39 | not reported | not reported | $7,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 31 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 30 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 23 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 20 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 18 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | $13,178 | $8,214 | $10,772 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 14 | $49,045 | $44,356 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | $38,880 | $37,896 | $9,282 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $38,880 | $37,896 | $9,282 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $41,205 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Carpenters | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | $13,178 | $8,214 | $10,772 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 8 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | $38,880 | $37,896 | $9,282 |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 2–4 years | 4 | not reported | $25,194 | $10,550 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Somerset Community College is a public trade and career school located in Somerset, Kentucky, in a remote town setting. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and it holds accreditation from bodies including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Across 39 program families, the school's top programs by completions are LPN / LVN programs (238 completers), Electrician schools (208 completers), and Welding schools (132 completers), out of 1,209 total trade completers among 4,166 undergraduates.
On outcomes, the completion rate is 43.1%, which is below the state average of 55.5%. Median debt for graduates is $12,215, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,787. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 48.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment.
This campus offers a wide range of programs spanning healthcare, skilled trades, and technical fields, which may suit both first-time students and adult career changers, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and detailed outcomes directly through the College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157711) or by contacting the school at (877) 629-9722 or via https://somerset.kctcs.edu/ before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Somerset Community College offers 39 program families, with the top programs being LPN / LVN programs, Electrician schools, and Welding schools. Other offerings include HVAC, diesel and auto mechanics, culinary, cosmetology, and medical assistant programs.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. Accreditors include the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs. About 48.8% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 43.1%, which is below the Kentucky state average of 55.5%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates of this school is $12,215, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $30,787, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (877) 629-9722 or visit https://somerset.kctcs.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Somerset Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents and eligibility for state funding, though specific cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly for program-specific schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157711, or by contacting the school directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school offers a broad mix of short-term trade certificates and healthcare programs, which may appeal to adult career changers, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Somerset Community College at (877) 629-9722 or through its website at https://somerset.kctcs.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data does not provide direct comparisons to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?157711 to compare completion rates, debt, and earnings across institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.