Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Union Commonwealth University is a private institution in Barbourville with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 965, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 736 undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
36% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $42,002 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,906.
Established
1879
Motto
Pro Deo Et Homine
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division II
55%Acceptance
965SAT Avg
736Students
14:1Student:Faculty
36%Grad Rate
$42,002Earnings 10yr
$23,906Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate55.0%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 965
Reading & WritingMid: 517
460560
MathMid: 535
460545
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 19
1421
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$30,946
Room & Board$8,261
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$44,375
Average Net Price$23,906
Median Debt at Graduation$24,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$12,372
$30–48K$15,306
$48–75K$25,500
$75–110K$44,375
$110K+$44,375
Programs (53)
Student Body
Undergrads
736
Gender Split
42% / 58%
Women / Men
First Generation
41%
Pell Grant Recipients
51%
Race & Ethnicity
White 59%
Black 14%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 15%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate36.0%
Freshman Retention57.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$36,529
8 Years$40,549
10 Years$42,002
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$30,400
Men
$39,700
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Bulldogs and
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Source: Wikipedia