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Henderson Community College also known as HCC, is a two-year, public college located in Henderson, Kentucky, United States. It is a charter member of the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS). The College offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in diverse areas of study. The student body of HCC includes an impressive number of international students as well.
Henderson Community College has an active student life. The campus is home to several student clubs and organizations based on the varied interests of the students. Some of the popular student organizations include Student Government Association (SGA), Henderson Association of Nursing Students (HANS), Kentucky Education Association- Student Program (KEA-SP), and Nontraditional Student Organization.
Henderson Community College is located in Henderson, KY (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Henderson Community College is the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in engineering technician and family and social work.
Henderson Community College is an open-admission school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Henderson Community College had 1,984 enrolled students in 2007. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Henderson Community College is to: 1) provide general education curriculum for the first two years of a baccalaureate program (Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees); 2) offer technical programs to prepare students for immediate employment (certificates, diplomas or associate in applied science degrees); provide continuing education, adult education, cultural opportunities, and customized training for the general public, area employers, and the local workforce."
More complete details are provided below.
Henderson Community College
2660 S Green St
Henderson, KY 42420-4699
General Phone: (270) 827-1867
http://www.hencc.kctcs.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support And Technology | 84 | medical assistant, medical lab tech, dental hygienist |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 79 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Liberal Arts | 46 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Engineering Technician | 36 | engineering technology, electromechanical tech |
| Family And Social Work | 33 | child care provider, social work |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 14 | computer and info science |
| Mechanics And Repair | 12 | industrial mechanics |
| Business And Management | 10 | business management |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 5 | agricultural production |
Number of programs and degrees for Henderson Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 163 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 142 | 8 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 14 | 1 |
In 2007, Henderson Community College had a total enrollment of 1,984 students (1,099 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 6% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 10% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 9% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 13% |
| 50-64 | 8% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 99% |
| Indiana | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 62 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Henderson, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,760 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,280 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Henderson Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 199300)
Henderson Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 12 | 29 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 1 | 5 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 0 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $67,281 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $59,714 | 15 | $58,488 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $50,079 | 12 | $49,081 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 6 | $37,026 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $54,651 | 35 | $50,608 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Production Operations, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Engineering Technology, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Medical/Clinical Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Henderson Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 9% |  |
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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