There are 42 accredited colleges and universities in Kentucky. They admit an average of 78% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $17,580 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
Find Your Matches FreeSource: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.
The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Kentucky. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Kentucky with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Berea College | Berea, KY | $6,106 |
| Kentucky State University | Frankfort, KY | $8,040 |
| Northern Kentucky University | Highland Heights, KY | $8,191 |
| Brescia University | Owensboro, KY | $8,709 |
| Murray State University | Murray, KY | $9,096 |
| Kentucky Mountain Bible College | Jackson, KY | $9,337 |
| Morehead State University | Morehead, KY | $9,793 |
| Clear Creek Baptist Bible College | Pineville, KY | $10,949 |
| Western Kentucky University | Bowling Green, KY | $10,990 |
| Eastern Kentucky University | Richmond, KY | $11,040 |
| Georgetown College | Georgetown, KY | $14,095 |
| University of the Cumberlands | Williamsburg, KY | $14,107 |
Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →
There are 42 accredited colleges and universities in Kentucky in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 78% of applicants and cost about $17,580 per year after aid.
Berea College is the highest nationally ranked university in Kentucky. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 42 Kentucky colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Kentucky is about $17,580 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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