Pigman College of Engineering Paducah Campus Students New and Current Student Resources

LAPTOP REQUIREMENTS (Collapsible) 

“As mentioned, all Engineering students are required to have a laptop for their academic studies. No specific vendor or model is required, but we recommend that your laptop meet or exceed the following minimum specifications.

NOTE concerning Apple Computers: Except for Computer Science majors, we are not recommending M-series based (i.e., Apple silicon) MacBooks for engineering students. The M-series based MacBooks, even when running the ARM version of Windows, can still encounter incompatibilities with some software used in Engineering’s curriculum that was written for Intel-processors.

⁽¹⁾ Intel Core i9 and Core Ultra 9 processors are not required for your studies; however, there are no issues in using a system with one of these processors if you want to purchase one.
⁽²⁾ See section on memory below. 8GB would be a minimum, and only then in a system that could be upgraded after purchase.
⁽³⁾ If your system only has USB-C ports, you will need to purchase an inexpensive USB hub with USB-A ports. Several vendors offer these including Amazon, BestBuy, Walmart, etc.

CALCULATORS AND PENS- Specific to UK Paducah (Collapsible) 

• Some classes through UK Paducah prohibit the use of the TI-84 Calculator. The TI-36X Pro is recommended.
• Red and Blue Pens are used in Calculus. 

Students need to apply for the FAFSA and complete their UK and WKCTC Scholarship Applications EACH ACADEMIC YEAR. Scholarships Applications and updated FAFSA applications both open in October and scholarship applications are due March 1st. 
 

SET A CALENDAR REMINDER!  The earlier you apply, the more funding you may be eligible to receive!   
 

Students are charged WKCTC’s tuition rate until they are eligible to declare their major. 

CME-ME Students, major is declared when Engineering Standing is awarded (Junior Year Courses). 

CET Student’s declare their major when admitted to UK.

Once a major is confirmed, the tuition rate will be set by UK.    -*UK Paducah students save significantly! 

UK Paducah Campus adheres to WKCTC’s Campus closures. If you’re enrolled in both UK courses and WKCTC, you will need to follow both WKCTC’s Academic Calendar  and UK’s Academic Calendar to note important dates ( such as drop dates/ deadlines). 

Our Financial Aid Counseling Team works together to provide information and solutions that assist our students with affording their educational expenses. Students can Schedule an online Appointment or call our office with questions at (859) 257-3172.

*During peak times appointments may only be available as “In-Person” on our scheduling page. Please note that you may indicate in the "Provide Additional Information" section that you would like for a counselor to send a virtual link for that time or to call you at the number you provide, during that scheduled appointment time. 

Hours of Operation: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (ET) Online and In-Person

If you are expecting a scholarship from an outside agency that is not currently listed on your account, please contact the awarding agency directly to determine when the funds will be disbursed to the University of Kentucky. Once the scholarship funds are received by the University, it may take up to 10 business days to be credited to the student's account. For questions, please contact externalschol@uky.edu.

Mailing Address for Scholarship Checks

Students receiving scholarships from outside sources should request that their donor send the scholarship funds to:

University of Kentucky - Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships

128 Funkhouser Building

Lexington, KY 40506-0054

Please include student's FULL name, the semesters the funds cover, and the student's linkblue ID. 

CME-ME Students- once admitted, you concurrently enroll in both West Kentucky and UK courses. Courses taken through WKCTC’s Campus will be counted towards your UK Cumulative GPA. If you enroll in a course outside of WKCTC (other KCTCS colleges), the course will not be included. 

CET Students – Your UK Cumulative GPA starts once you are admitted into UK therefore, WKCTC classes are not counted in your UK GPA. Courses through WKCTC/ KCTCS taken after you’re admitted are received back as transfer credit.

Unless a course substitution is required, WKCTC automatically awards their certificates once they verify the courses in the certificate are complete. 

* 3D Modeler Certification- will require the CAD Coordinator to approve UK course substitutions. 

Students are required to apply for UK certificates. Students apply on the certificate’s website. 

If you plan on attending WKCTC’s Graduation Ceremony and/or have questions, visit Commencement and Ceremony Information.

UK-Paducah works closely with our Seniors to help them prepare for our Paducah Campus Ceremony. If you plan on attending main campus’ graduation, you must register for your ceremony on UK’s Commencement website. 

Associates: apply for graduation when you register for the last semester of your Associate degree requirements.  West Kentucky Graduation Application.  Students can verify their degree progress in their Student Self Service. 

Bachelors: Students should apply for graduation when they are ready to enroll in their last semester courses.  Students apply through their MyUK GPS Degree Audit. In the audit, scroll to the Graduation section and click on the green “Apply for Graduation “button to start your application. 

General education courses will be taken through WKCTC. Once enrolled,  WKCTC Online Bookstore’s Search feature will help you identify course materials required for your upcoming semester courses. 

Please Note: Once admitted, your financial aid is processed through UK.  Costs for KCTCS textbooks cannot be charged directly to your UK financial aid account therefore, you must cover KCTCS textbook charges upfront/ out of pocket.  If you have additional questions, please let your Program Advisor know. 

For UK courses, UK-P students purchase their program textbooks online. Students can use UK COURSE MATERIAL SEARCH to look up UK course textbook requirements. UK textbooks charges can be applied to financial aid balances. 

While in WKCTC courses, students are given a printing allowance to use for campus printing. Printers are available in WKCTC’s Student Success Center and Library  . Print vouchers can also be purchased through WKCTC’s Business Office. UK-Paducah students can also use the printer in Crouse 124 (next to Maker’s Space) when available. 

For general questions and/or question regarding West Kentucky’s systems, visit the Technology Hub . If your questions are specific to UK, let Information Technology Services help! 

WKCTC’s Academic Support services can provide assistance with your general education courses through WKCTC. 

If you need help with Engineering classes, Group Tutoring Sessions are held Tuesdays during Fall & Spring Semesters (4:30-6:30pm). Free Individual Tutoring Sessions are available upon request. 

For further information, please contact: 

Mollie Bremer

Phone: 270-534-3297

Email: mollie.bremer@uky.edu

Presentation U – Offers free peer tutoring for communication and composition assignments in any form for any course, including research papers, essays, lab reports, presentations, infographics, ePortfolios, and iPad related projects. Tutoring is offered in-person, virtual, and via eTutoring.

Disability Resource Center – The UK Disability Resource Center partners with qualified students with disabilities to assist them in gaining equal access to institutional programs and services consistent with their unique needs. Phone: 859-257-2754 

If you need classroom/ testing accommodations for West Kentucky Courses, please contact their Accessibility Services office for assistance. 

TRACS – Triage, Referral, Assistance, and Crisis Support (TRACS) is a physical and virtual one-stop unit where students can come for a referral to supportive services (housing, rent, utilities, food) or receive direct clinical support for a range of mental health needs and crises. Phone: 859-218-7227 

WKCTC’s Student Resources webpage connects you to local resources. 

*Please Note, if you are not currently enrolled in classes with West Kentucky, you may not be eligible for all campus specific support services.

Have A Financial Emergency? UK’s Emergency Basic Needs Funds may be able to help! 

Talkspace – Talkspace is a confidential and secure online text and video chat therapy platform. Enrolled UK students can receive two live sessions per month and unlimited texting with professional therapists between sessions. Talkspace can be a great supplemental resource to other on-campus resources. Read about Talkspace on UKNow. 

Four Rivers Behavioral Health is located on our Paducah Campus. They offer Personal, ,,, Health, Educational, Emotional, Workplace, and Couples Counseling Services. Services are free/ no charge for individuals without a payer source. 

UK Paducah works closely with industry partners to help promote internship and job  opportunities. These opportunities are shared by our Director of Recruitment and Career Development, Sarita Buchanan. So, CHECK YOUR UK EMAIL!!  Students can also visit UK’s College of Engineering  Career & Co-Op Center for job search material templates and interview prep information. 

Find information on loans, grants, scholarships and contact your financial aid counselor with questions through UK Financial Aid/Scholarships website. Phone: 859-257-3172. 

If you have questions regarding WKCTC and/or UK Paducah Scholarships, please contact: 
Sarita Buchanan
Phone: 270-534-3304
Email: sarita.buchanan@uky.edu

Join a Student Organizations! 

Check out  WKCTC Campus Events and UK College of Engineering Main Campus Events.