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Northern Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University has a singular mission within the Commonwealth as a metropolitan and regional institution. It offers associate, bachelor's, graduate, and professional programs addressing the educational needs of a large and diverse population. Through such programs, the University educates students to be productive citizens and prepares them for careers and life-long learning. As an educational, cultural, and social center, the University stimulates economic development and fosters the academic, artistic, and personal freedoms vital to a free society.
General Information
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Contact Information University Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099 www.nku.edu admitnku@nku.edu |
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| Degrees Offered
Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree First-professional Degree | Type of Institution Public, 4-year or above |
| Certificates Offered Less than one year certificate One but less than two year certificate Postbaccalaureate certificate Post-master's certificate | Carnegie Classification Master's Colleges and Universities (larger programs) |
| Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force) Teacher certification Distance Learning opportunities Study abroad Weekend/Evening college | Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Stafford Loan) or scholarships. Students will not be eligible for federal aid without completing the FAFSA Financial Aid Application. Northern Kentucky University FAFSA School Code |
| Credit Accepted Dual Credit Credit for life experiences Advanced placement (AP) credits | Religious Affiliation Not applicable |
| Student Population 14,676 (12,702 undergraduate) | Campus Setting Suburb: Large |
| Undergraduate Student Age 68% under 25, 27% over 25 | Campus Housing Yes |
Admissions Information
| Undergraduate Application Fee (2006-2007) Click here to apply online | $40 |
| UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS: FALL 2006 | |||
| TOTAL | MEN | WOMEN | |
| Number of applicants | 5,337 | 2,140 | 3,197 |
| Percent admitted | 71 | 74 | 69 |
| Percent admitted who enrolled Full-time | 52 | 55 | 50 |
| Percent admitted who enrolled Part-time | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| ADMISSIONS CONSIDERATIONS | ||
| REQUIRED | RECOMMENDED | |
| Secondary school GPA | X | |
| Secondary school rank | X | |
| Secondary school record | X | |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | X | |
| Admission test scores (SAT/ACT) | X | |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign language) | X | |
| TEST SCORES: FALL 2006 (ENROLLED FIRST-TIME STUDENTS) | ||
| STUDENTS SUBMITTING SCORES | NUMBER | PERCENT |
| SAT | 281 | 14 |
| ACT | 1838 | 91 |
| TEST SCORES | 25TH PERCENTILE* | 75TH PERCENTILE** |
| SAT Critical Reading | 440 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 550 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
| ACT English | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| * 25% of students scored at or below ** 25% of students scored above Data applies to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students. Institutions are asked to report test scores only if they are required for admission. | ||
Student Expenses
| UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC YEAR PRICES | |||
| DETAILED EXPENSES | 2006-2007 | 2005-2006 | 2004-2005 |
| Tuition and fees | |||
| In-State | $5,448 | $4,968 | $4,368 |
| Out-of-State | $10,200 | $9,696 | $9,096 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 | $800 |
| Living Arrangement | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,548 | $5,358 | $5,378 |
| Other | $2,466 | $2,466 | $1,706 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,390 | $14,190 | $10,500 |
| Other | $2,666 | $2,666 | $1,906 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other | $2,466 | $2,466 | $1,706 |
| TOTAL EXPENSES | 2006-2007 | 2005-2006 | 2004-2005 |
| In-State | |||
| On Campus | $14,262 | $13,592 | $12,252 |
| Off Campus | $24,304 | $22,624 | $17,574 |
| Off Campus with Family | $8,714 | $8,234 | $6,874 |
| Out-Of-State | |||
| On Campus | $19,014 | $18,320 | $16,980 |
| Off Campus | $29,056 | $27,352 | $22,302 |
| Off Campus with Family | $13,466 | $12,962 | $11,602 |
| All student expenses data apply to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students. | |||
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Sep 4 2008
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Aug 29 2008
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Aug 27 2008
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