Northern Kentucky University
http://www.nku.eduNunn Drive, Highland Heights, Kentucky 41099
(859) 572-5100
The mission of Northern Kentucky University is to educate students to succeed in their chosen life roles; be informed, contributing members of their communities - regionally, nationally and internationally; and pursue satisfying and fulfilling lives. The university will offer a comprehensive array of baccalaureate and master's programs as well as law and other selected doctoral programs that meet regional needs. The university supports multi-dimensional excellence across the full breadth of its work: teaching and learning, research and creative activity, and outreach and public engagement. Northern Kentucky University fosters a community that values openness, inclusion and respect. The university is committed ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Public |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army, Air Force) Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/evening college |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Less than one year certificate One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Two but less than 4 years certificate Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Post-master's certificate Doctor's degree - research/scholarship Doctor's degree - professional practice |
| Campus Setting | Suburb: Large |
| Disability Services Student | 4% |
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At Northern Kentucky University, 94.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 79.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $10,163), and 50% receive loans ($8,358 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,455. Off campus it is around $9,674. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Northern Kentucky University is $9,991 per year. |
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| Yearly Tuition | |
| Tuition Undergrad in State | $6,792 |
| Tuition Undergrad Out of State | $12,792 |
| Tuition Graduate in State | $6,912 |
| Tuition Graduate Out of State | $12,150 |
| Living Costs | |
| Total Expense in State on Campus | $17,509 |
| Total Expense Out of State On Campus | $23,509 |
| Total Expense In State Off Campus | $22,921 |
| Total Expense in State off Campus With Family | $11,054 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus | $28,921 |
| Total Expense Out of State Off Campus With Familhy | $17,054 |
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In Fall 2009, 6,887 people applied to Northern Kentucky University. Of the applicants, 69.0% were admitted (70.0% male & 69.0% female ) and 48.0% accepted (52.0% male and 44.0% female) Of the 13,179 undergraduate students at Northern Kentucky University, 24.0% are part-time. A majority (73.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 74.0% of the 2,199 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 68.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 67.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 36.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 9.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 32.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 32.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | November 1 |
| Admissions Office Phone | 1-800-637-9948 |
| Admissions Office Email | https://webapps.nku.edu/secureapps/prospect/prospect.asp |
| Admissions Office Address | Northern Kentucky University, Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://transfer.nku.edu/index.php |
| Admissions Website | http://www.nku.edu/admission/index.php (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Fee | $40 |
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In order to be accepted to Northern Kentucky University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 420 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 430 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 18 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 17 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 24 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 35 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 35 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 17 | 15 | 442 | 130 | |
| Accounting | 1 | 53 | 17 | ||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 70 | ||||
| Business/Commerce, General | 15 | 54 | 73 | ||
| Business/Corporate Communications | 5 | ||||
| Business/Managerial Economics | 12 | ||||
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 15 | ||||
| Finance, General | 40 | ||||
| Human Resources Development | 1 | ||||
| Human Resources Management and Services, Other | 1 | ||||
| Labor and Industrial Relations | 1 | ||||
| Management Information Systems, General | 13 | 15 | |||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 78 | ||||
| Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management | 10 | ||||
| Organizational Behavior Studies | 105 | 25 | |||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 101 | 20 | |||
| Broadcast Journalism | 16 | ||||
| Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 20 | ||||
| Journalism | 14 | ||||
| Public Relations/Image Management | 57 | ||||
| Radio and Television | 14 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 3 | 42 | 5 | ||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 18 | ||||
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | 2 | ||||
| Computer Science | 5 | ||||
| Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other | 1 | ||||
| Information Science/Studies | 1 | ||||
| Information Technology | 23 | ||||
| Education | 2 | 198 | 236 | ||
| Business Teacher Education | 3 | ||||
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | 26 | ||||
| Education, General | 45 | ||||
| Educational Administration and Supervision, Other | 53 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 106 | 72 | |||
| Higher Education/Higher Education Administration | 2 | ||||
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | 61 | 16 | |||
| Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching | 1 | ||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 24 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 24 | ||||
| Trade and Industrial Teacher Education | 3 | ||||
| Engineering technologies/technicians | 31 | 51 | 1 | ||
| Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD | |||||
| Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician | 31 | 44 | |||
| Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician | 1 | ||||
| Engineering Technology, General | 1 | ||||
| Industrial Technology/Technician | 6 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 91 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 66 | ||||
| Speech and Rhetorical Studies | 25 | ||||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 9 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| German Language and Literature | 1 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 6 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 24 | 39 | 218 | 54 | |
| Adult Health Nurse/Nursing | 3 | ||||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 7 | ||||
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | 9 | ||||
| Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner | 12 | ||||
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | 28 | ||||
| Medical Informatics | 7 | 1 | |||
| Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist | 19 | ||||
| Nursing, Other | 1 | ||||
| Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) | 166 | 44 | |||
| Pediatric Nurse/Nursing | 1 | ||||
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | 10 | 17 | |||
| Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist | 10 | ||||
| History | 49 | ||||
| History, General | 49 | ||||
| Legal professions and studies | 137 | ||||
| Law (LLB, JD) | 137 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 26 | 51 | 10 | ||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 26 | 51 | 10 | ||
| Mathematics and statistics | 17 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 17 | ||||
| Natural resources and conservation | 6 | ||||
| Environmental Science | 6 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 18 | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 18 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 14 | ||||
| Philosophy | 14 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 24 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 13 | ||||
| Geology/Earth Science, General | 7 | ||||
| Physics, General | 4 | ||||
| Psychology | 3 | 87 | 14 | ||
| Health/Medical Psychology | 3 | ||||
| Industrial and Organizational Psychology | 14 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 87 | ||||
| Public administration and social service professions | 39 | 21 | |||
| Public Administration | 21 | ||||
| Social Work | 39 | ||||
| Security and protective services | 10 | 74 | |||
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | 10 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 74 | ||||
| Social sciences | 132 | ||||
| Anthropology | 20 | ||||
| Geography | 7 | ||||
| International Relations and Affairs | 22 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 49 | ||||
| Social Sciences, General | 20 | ||||
| Sociology | 14 | ||||
| Transportation and materials moving | 3 | ||||
| Aviation/Airway Management and Operations | 3 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 138 | ||||
| Commercial and Advertising Art | 15 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 38 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 68 | ||||
| Music Performance, General | |||||
| Music, General | 17 | ||||
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