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Asbury University

Asbury College

Wilmore, Kentucky 40390-1198

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Asbury University is a private town institution in Wilmore, Kentucky. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,368 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,428.

Established
1890
Motto
Eruditio et Religio
Mascot
Eagle
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division III
Division
Division III

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64%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
1,369Students
12:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$42,368Earnings 10yr
$20,428Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Asbury University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate64.1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

64.1%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,640
Room & Board$9,616
Books & Supplies$1,462
Total Cost of Attendance$46,209
Average Net Price$20,428
Median Debt at Graduation$24,028
Monthly Payment (10yr)$255

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$15,895
$30–48K$15,167
$48–75K$20,098
$75–110K$21,455
$110K+$26,463

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

57.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (62)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed
  • •84% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,369
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
24%
Pell Grant Recipients
26%

Race & Ethnicity

White 78%
Black 4%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate65.0%
Freshman Retention84.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$35,563
10 Years$42,368

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The Old Asbury Building (in white) was the first building, serving as the single schoolhouse for education.
  • •It was originally called Kentucky Holiness College, but the following year was renamed after Bishop Francis Asbury, a circuit-riding evangelist known as the "Father of American Methodism".
  • •After being pushed out as President of Asbury College in 1905, Hughes went on to found another college, Kingswood College, in Breckinridge County, Kentucky.
  • •In 1928, Hughes was invited to break ground for Asbury College's new chapel, Hughes Auditorium, which is still in use today.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CVG Cincinnati82 mi
IND Indianapolis155 mi
BNA Nashville164 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA782 mi · ~22h 35m drive
New York, NY602 mi · ~17h 23m drive
Hartford, CT690 mi · ~19h 56m drive
Providence, RI753 mi · ~21h 45m drive
Albany, NY663 mi · ~19h 9m drive
Syracuse, NY573 mi · ~16h 33m drive
Rochester, NY520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Buffalo, NY462 mi · ~13h 21m drive
Philadelphia, PA530 mi · ~15h 19m drive
Pittsburgh, PA307 mi · ~8h 52m drive
Harrisburg, PA449 mi · ~12h 58m drive
Newark, NJ595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Washington, DC419 mi · ~12h 6m drive
Baltimore, MD446 mi · ~12h 53m drive
Atlanta, GA285 mi · ~8h 14m drive
Charlotte, NC279 mi · ~8h 4m drive
Raleigh, NC363 mi · ~10h 29m drive
Miami, FL876 mi · ~25h 18m drive
Orlando, FL671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Tampa, FL697 mi · ~20h 8m drive
Nashville, TN166 mi · ~4h 48m drive
New Orleans, LA628 mi · ~18h 9m drive
Richmond, VA396 mi · ~11h 26m drive
Chicago, IL319 mi · ~9h 13m drive
Detroit, MI320 mi · ~9h 15m drive
Minneapolis, MN663 mi · ~19h 9m drive
St. Louis, MO305 mi · ~8h 49m drive
Kansas City, MO543 mi · ~15h 41m drive
Indianapolis, IN154 mi · ~4h 27m drive
Columbus, OH170 mi · ~4h 55m drive
Cleveland, OH297 mi · ~8h 35m drive
Milwaukee, WI396 mi · ~11h 26m drive
Dallas, TX768 mi · ~22h 11m drive
Houston, TX830 mi · ~23h 59m drive
Austin, TX913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
San Antonio, TX984 mi · ~28h 26m drive
Los Angeles, CA1886 mi · ~54h 29m drive
San Francisco, CA2046 mi · ~59h 6m drive
San Diego, CA1857 mi · ~53h 39m drive
Seattle, WA2004 mi · ~57h 54m drive
Portland, OR2011 mi · ~58h 6m drive
Denver, CO1100 mi · ~31h 47m drive
Phoenix, AZ1563 mi · ~45h 9m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1463 mi · ~42h 16m drive
Honolulu, HI4434 mi · ~128h 6m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Cincinnati (CVG)82 miles
Rental car
123 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
164 min$98-164
Indianapolis (IND)155 miles
Rental car
233 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
310 min$186-310

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