Northern Kentucky University Scholarships

Northern Kentucky University General Information

Address

Nunn Drive, Highland Heights, KY 41099

Phone Number

(859) 572-5100

Web Address

http://www.nku.edu

Mission Statement

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 to intellectual and creative freedom and to the open expression of ideas in ways that support scholarship and advance the learning process. The university embraces its regional stewardship role as reflected in its significant contribution to the intellectual, social, economic, cultural and civic vitality of the region and the commonwealth. Northern Kentucky University achieves its mission through outstanding faculty, state-of-the-art programs and community partnerships. The university prides itself on its learner focus, entrepreneurial spirit, global perspective, innovative programs, small classes, technology-enhanced academic programs, co-curricular learning opportunities, and emphasis on active learning, including student research, internships, co-op programs and service learning. Northern Kentucky University is the commonwealth?ÇÖs only regional university located in a major metropolitan area. The university values its role as an integral part of the metropolitan region and recognizes the region as a powerful source of knowledge and experience that can strengthen, enhance and enrich every aspect of the university. Regional stewardship informs every dimension of the university's mission.

Type of School

Four or more years, Public

Religious affiliation

None

Highest degree offered

Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice

Calendar

Semester

Setting

Large suburb

Distance learning opportunities

Yes

Northern Kentucky University Size

Total enrollment

15,716

Enrolled full time

10,699

Enrolled part time

5,017

For a 12-month period as of 2007.

Northern Kentucky University Student Body

Men enrolled full time

4,756

Women enrolled full time

5,943

American Indian/Alaskan Native

0%

Asian/Pacific Islander

1%

Black/Non-Hispanic

6%

Hispanic

1%

White/Non-Hispanic

85%

Non-Resident Alien

1%

Race/ethnicity unknown

5%