Known for business — excellent value
Northern Kentucky University is a public institution in Highland Heights with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1114, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 8.1K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,220 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $7,168.
Established
1968
Mascot
Victor E. Viking
Type
Public university
Division
Division I
96%Acceptance
1114SAT Avg
8,065Students
18:1Student:Faculty
48%Grad Rate
$50,220Earnings 10yr
$7,168Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate96.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1114
Reading & WritingMid: 535
458573
MathMid: 562
458560
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 23
1925
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$10,896
Tuition (out-of-state)$21,480
Room & Board$11,660
Books & Supplies$800
Total Cost of Attendance$19,471
Average Net Price$7,168
Median Debt at Graduation$23,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$1,813
$30–48K$3,022
$48–75K$6,638
$75–110K$11,227
$110K+$13,270
Programs (120)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,065
Gender Split
59% / 41%
Women / Men
First Generation
38%
Pell Grant Recipients
24%
Race & Ethnicity
White 76%
Black 7%
Hispanic 5%
Asian 2%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate48.3%
Freshman Retention77.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$42,105
8 Years$46,837
10 Years$50,220
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$37,900
Men
$47,600
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Source: Wikipedia