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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

  • 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%

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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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Commonwealth Excellence Scholarship

Scholarship Description
Eligibility: Must be admitted to NKU as a degree-seeking first-time freshman; must have an ACT score of 24 or higher and a high school GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Amount
-
Number of Awards
-
Renewable
Y
Renewal Criteria
Renewable for 3 additional years with the maintenance of a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher and must have earned 12 or more credit hours each semester.

Award Criteria Requirements:

Financial need
-
GPA
3.0
SAT
-
ACT
24
Class Standing
-
State
-
Other
-
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