Northern Kentucky University
Public university · Highland Heights, KY · 8,246 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
68%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
953–1150
ACT (middle 50%)
18–25
Average net price
$8,976
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$19,772
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
54%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Northern Kentucky University?
Northern Kentucky University accepts about 68 of every 100 applicants (68%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 953 and 1150 on the SAT. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 953, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–25.
The latest federal data says Northern Kentucky University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Northern Kentucky University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Northern Kentucky University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $19,772 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $8,976 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $11,496 for KY residents and $22,752 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$11,496
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$22,752
- Room & board$12,924
- Total cost of attendance$19,772
- Average net price after grants$8,976
Popular majors
Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Computer Science, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Biology.
Northern Kentucky University FAQ
- What is Northern Kentucky University's acceptance rate?
- 68% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Northern Kentucky University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 953–1150. Aim for 1150 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Northern Kentucky University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–25.
- Is Northern Kentucky University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Northern Kentucky University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Northern Kentucky University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Northern Kentucky University cost?
- About $19,772 a year before aid; $8,976 on average after grants.
- What is Northern Kentucky University's FAFSA school code?
- 009275. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Northern Kentucky University receives your information.
- What is Northern Kentucky University's graduation rate?
- 54% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Northern Kentucky University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Wesleyan CollegeOwensboro, KY | 72% | 890–1130 | $19,409 | 46% |
| Asbury UniversityWilmore, KY | 63% | — | $21,061 | 65% |
| Union Commonwealth UniversityBarbourville, KY | 63% | — | $11,010 | 40% |
| Kentucky Christian UniversityGrayson, KY | 61% | — | $25,469 | 25% |
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| Morehead State UniversityMorehead, KY | 77% | — | $9,912 | 48% |