Northern Kentucky University (NKU) is a four-year, public school located in Highland Heights, KY. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The NKU's 2024 tuition & fees is $10,896 for Kentucky residents and $21,480 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 88% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,828.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 15,801 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
NKU's acceptance rate is 96.03% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.02%. The median SAT scores is 1025 and the ACT socre is 22.
NKU ranked 6th in Kentucky Colleges rankings. Northern Kentucky University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Northern Kentucky University is $10,896 for in-state students and $21,480 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $10,590 for in-state students and $16,044 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $11,209 for Kentucky residents and $22,131 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,905 for Kentucky residents and $16,507 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,896 | $21,480 |
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| Graduate | $10,590 | $16,044 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $11,209 | $22,131 |
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| Graduate | $10,905 | $16,507 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Northern Kentucky University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at NKU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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