Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights, KY · Public · 4-year

Northern Kentucky University is a public 4-year institution located in Highland Heights, KY. It has a 96.0% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1150 and median ACT of 25. The average net price is $8,191. Northern Kentucky University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

96.0%

6,417 applicants

SAT Median

1150

Combined score

ACT Median

25

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$8,191

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

50.2%

Retention Rate

75.5%

Median Earnings (10yr)

$50,220

Student Body

8,246

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Northern Kentucky University:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$2,603
$30,001 – $48,000$3,630
$48,001 – $75,000$6,761
$75,001 – $110,000$12,679
$110,000+$14,522

Top Majors at Northern Kentucky University

MajorDegrees Awarded
Business, Management & Marketing444
Health Professions378
Computer & Information Sciences143
Biological & Biomedical Sciences135
Communication & Journalism128
Psychology128
Education123
Visual & Performing Arts101
Liberal Arts & General Studies56
Social Sciences56

Financial Aid at Northern Kentucky University

About Northern Kentucky University

Official website: https://www.nku.edu/

Admissions: https://nku.edu/admissions.html

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