Merit Scholarships Available: |
Amount | F | R | T | G |
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| Achiever's Scholarship | - | Y | |||
| Commonwealth Excellence Scholarship | - | Y | |||
| Educational Diversity Housing Scholarship | - | Y | |||
| Educational Diversity Tuition Scholarship | $5,952 - $10,776 | Y | |||
| Kentucky Governor's Scholars Scholarship | $5,952 | Y | |||
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Northern Kentucky University Scholarships
| University Dr | Tuition In/Out-State: | $5,952 / $10,776 | Total Fall Enrollment: | 14,785 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Heights , KY 41099 | Books and Supplies: | $800 | Applicants Admitted: | 71% |
| (859) 572-5100 | On-campus Room and Board: | $5,830 | Receiving Aid of Some Type: | 88% |
| www.nku.edu | Undergraduate Application Fee: | $40 | Receiving Institutional Aid: | 30% , $3,488 on average |
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Northern Kentucky University General Information
Will I get in?- Address
- University Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099
- Phone Number
- (859) 572-5100
- Web Address
- 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’s 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
- Masters and First-professional
- Calendar
- Semester
- Setting
- Large suburb
- Distance learning opportunities
- Yes
Northern Kentucky University Size
- Total enrollment
- 19,262
- Enrolled full time
- 14,863
- Enrolled part time
- 4,399
- For a 12-month period as of 2007.
Northern Kentucky University Student Body
- Men enrolled full time
- 6,305
- Women enrolled full time
- 8,558
- American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 0%
- Asian/Pacific Islander
- 1%
- Black/Non-Hispanic
- 5%
- Hispanic
- 1%
- White/Non-Hispanic
- 87%
- Non-Resident Alien
- 1%
- Race/ethnicity unknown
- 5%
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Northern Kentucky University Admission Basics
- Admissions office phone number
- -
- Open admission policy
- No
- Undergraduate Application fee
- $40
- Applied
- 5,535
- Admitted
- 3,912
- Enrolled
- 2,025
- Admitted %
- 71%
Northern Kentucky University Admission factors
- Admission test scores
- Required
- Secondary school GPA
- Recommended
- Secondary school rank
- Recommended
- Secondary school record
- Required
- TOEFL
- Required
- Completion of college preparatory program
- Required
- Recommendations
- Neither required nor recommended
- Formal demonstration of competencies
- Neither required nor recommended
Northern Kentucky University Admission statistics
- Students submitting SAT
- 15%
- SAT 1 Verbal 25th percentile score
- 440
- SAT 1 Verbal 75th percentile score
- 550
- SAT 1 Math 25th percentile score
- 448
- SAT 1 Math 75th percentile score
- 550
- Students submitting ACT
- 85%
- ACT Composite 25th percentile score
- 19
- ACT Composite 75th percentile score
- 23
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Northern Kentucky University Cost
- In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
- $5,952
- Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
- $10,776
- Books and Supplies
- $800
- On-campus room and board
- $5,830
- Off-campus room and board
- $5,711
Northern Kentucky University Financial Aid
- Students Receiving Aid
- 88%
- Receiving Federal Grants
- 24% , $3,216 on average
- Receiving Institutional Aid
- 30% , $3,488 on average
- Receiving Student Loans
- 43% , $3,263 on average
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Northern Kentucky University Programs & Majors
Graduates in 2007/2008 academic year.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Associate Bachelor Master Biology/Biological Sciences, General 0 34 0 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Associate Bachelor Master Accounting 0 64 21 Business Administration and Management, General 0 56 0 Business/Commerce, General 15 48 92 Business/Managerial Economics 0 14 0 Construction Management 0 61 0 Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 0 1 0 Finance, General 0 44 0 Labor and Industrial Relations 0 3 0 Management Information Systems, General 0 27 11 Marketing/Marketing Management, General 0 76 0 Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management 0 0 0 Organizational Behavior Studies 0 81 0 Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Associate Bachelor Master Broadcast Journalism 0 4 0 Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 0 0 5 Journalism 0 19 0 Public Relations/Image Management 0 51 0 Radio and Television 0 39 0 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Associate Bachelor Master Computer and Information Sciences, General 0 12 0 Computer Programming/Programmer, General 0 0 0 Computer Science 0 0 7 Information Technology 0 20 0 Education Associate Bachelor Master Business Teacher Education 0 11 0 Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 0 0 12 Education, General 0 0 52 Educational Administration and Supervision, Other 0 0 27 Elementary Education and Teaching 0 82 72 Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 0 53 15 Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching 0 4 0 Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 0 29 0 Secondary Education and Teaching 0 0 46 Engineering Technologies/Technicians Associate Bachelor Master Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician 49 0 0 Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 0 3 0 Industrial Technology/Technician 0 12 0 Manufacturing Technology/Technician 0 2 0 English Language and Literature/Letters Associate Bachelor Master English Language and Literature, General 0 50 0 Speech and Rhetorical Studies 0 31 0 Foreign languages, literatures, and Linguistics Associate Bachelor Master French Language and Literature 0 4 0 German Language and Literature 0 0 0 Spanish Language and Literature 0 8 0 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences Associate Bachelor Master Adult Health Nurse/Nursing 0 0 0 Athletic Training/Trainer 0 6 0 Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 0 0 5 Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner 0 0 0 Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist 23 0 0 Nursing/Registered Nurse 66 146 31 Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician 8 18 0 Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 9 0 0 History Associate Bachelor Master History, General 0 44 0 Legal Professions and Studies Associate Bachelor Master Law 0 0 0 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Associate Bachelor Master Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 38 45 10 Mathematics and Statistics Associate Bachelor Master Mathematics, General 0 27 0 Natural Resources and Conservation Associate Bachelor Master Environmental Science 0 1 0 Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies Associate Bachelor Master Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 0 16 0 Philosophy and Religious Studies Associate Bachelor Master Philosophy 0 11 0 Physical Sciences Associate Bachelor Master Chemistry, General 0 11 0 Geology/Earth Science, General 0 8 0 Physics, General 0 12 0 Psychology Associate Bachelor Master Industrial and Organizational Psychology 0 0 24 Psychology, General 0 67 0 Public Administration and Social Service Professions Associate Bachelor Master Public Administration 0 0 36 Social Work 0 37 0 Security and Protective Services Associate Bachelor Master Criminal Justice/Police Science 14 0 0 Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 0 88 0 Social Sciences Associate Bachelor Master Anthropology 0 15 0 Geography 0 5 0 International Relations and Affairs 0 14 0 Political Science and Government, General 0 41 0 Social Sciences, General 0 17 0 Social Sciences, Other 0 2 0 Sociology 0 15 0 Transportation and Materials Moving Associate Bachelor Master Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 4 0 0 Visual and Performing Arts Associate Bachelor Master Commercial and Advertising Art 0 13 0 Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 0 24 0 Fine/Studio Arts, General 0 48 0 Music, General 0 17 0 -
Northern Kentucky University Deadlines
- Early decision deadline
- -
- Early action deadline
- -
- College will notify student of early decision by
- -
- College will notify student of early action by
- -
- Priority application deadline
- May 1st
- Financial aid priority deadline
- Mar 1st
- Regular application deadline
- Aug 1st
- Fall application deadline
- Aug 1st
- SAT Reasoning / ACT scores due
- Aug 1st
- SAT Subject score report due
- -
- Financial aid deadline
- -
- Transfer priority application deadline
- May 1st
- Transfer priority financial aid deadline
- -
- Transfer application closing date
- Aug 1st
- Transfer deadline for filing financial aid forms
- -
- College will notify student by
- -
- College will notify student of transfer decision by
- -
- College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about
- May 30th
- Student must reply to acceptance by
- May 1st
- Student must reply to financial aid decision by
- -
- Deadline for housing deposit
- May 1st
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Northern Kentucky University Admin Settings
- College Profile Override
- -
- Application Link
- -
- Scholarship Calculator Link
- -
- Facebook Link
- -
- Twitter Username
- -
- Virtual Tour Link
- http://www.nku.edu/campuslife/virtualtour.php
- Enable Regional Events
- -
Northern Kentucky University Sports
- National Collegiate Athletic Association Membership
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association
- Football program
- -
- Basketball program
- Yes
- Baseball program
- Yes
- Cross country/track program
- Yes
Northern Kentucky University Military Programs
- ROTC
- Yes
- Army
- Yes
- Navy
- No
- Air Force
- Yes
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