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Spalding University

Spalding

Louisville, Kentucky 40203-2188

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Spalding University is a private institution in Louisville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1014, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 597 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $49,438 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,264.

Established
1814
Mascot
Ollie the Eagle
Type
Private
Conference
Division III ranks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III

Campus Visits

37 upcoming visits · Next: Tue, Apr 21 · Campus Visit
99%Acceptance
1014SAT Avg
597Students
11:1Student:Faculty
57%Grad Rate
$49,438Earnings 10yr
$24,264Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Spalding University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate98.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1014

Reading & WritingMid: 515
428570
MathMid: 500
425533

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 20
1622

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

98.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1014

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$27,850
Room & Board$8,480
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$43,474
Average Net Price$24,264
Median Debt at Graduation$25,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$268

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,467
$30–48K$18,835
$48–75K$23,416
$75–110K$25,555
$110K+$29,032

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$24,264

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

42.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$20,500

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (49)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
597
Gender Split
64% / 36%
Women / Men
First Generation
35%
Pell Grant Recipients
36%

Race & Ethnicity

White 62%
Black 25%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate57.3%
Freshman Retention69.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$42,870
8 Years$48,021
10 Years$49,438

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$46,800
Men
$55,600

Rankings

U.S. News
#25

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Golden Eagles

Rankings

History & Fun Facts

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)

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