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Northern Kentucky University (NKU) is an American Public University located in Highland Heights, Ohio, U.S.A. Through its dedicated facilities, the university offers Bachelors Degree programs in a wide variety of disciplines.
  • Average Tuition USD 19,296
  • Acceptance Rate 90%
  • Students 10,746
  • International Students 3.09%
  • Total Annual Cost USD 29,155
  • Intakes August, January
  • Application Deadline July 2,November 14
  • Transfer yes
  • Campus Setting Suburban

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School Description

Northern Kentucky University (NKU) is home to approximately 14,000 students from over 61 countries and offers bachelor’s degree courses in a wide range of subject areas including accounting, business administration, entrepreneurship/entrepreneurial studies, marketing, journalism, information technology, computer and information sciences, electrical, electronic and communications engineering technology, mathematics, philosophy, physics, and psychology. NKU has on-campus accommodation for new students. With over 7 halls and 2,000 beds, old and students are guaranteed a space that suits their needs. NKU has an amazing Campus Recreation Center designed to encourage fitness, sports and socializing. Some of the facilities available in the center include a 1/9 mile track with amazing views of campus; Over 125 Cardio Equipment in a 17,000 square feet of state-of-the-art cardio, weight and circuit training space; 2 Racquetball Courts; 6 Basketball Courts convertible for Volleyball And Badminton; Training Area with Core Bags, Medicine Balls, Box Masters, Plyo Boxes, studio spaces group fitness classes like yoga, cycling, and TRX; bouldering wall for mountain climbing enthusiasts and much more. NKU has 12 Fraternities, 9 Sororities, and 18 religious organizations. NKU has a Student to faculty ratio of 19:1, average class size of 20 and a 90% acceptance rate. NKU also has a vibrant student union body which provides additional facilities and sees that students’ welfare is taken care of. The body has 17 awesome spots on campus to eat.
  • 01Northern Kentucky University is accredited by SACSCOC - the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
  • 02NKU is rated as one of the top 30 public universities in the US by the US News and World Report 2018.
  • 03NKU is rated by Forbes as one of the top 650 universities in the world.

Bachelor Programs

  • 100 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099, United States
    USD 19,296 Tuition Fee

    Accounting

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Accounting Principles. The program offers courses that focus on all aspects of business, management and finance.  

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  • 100 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099, United States
    USD 19,296 Tuition Fee

    Anthropology

    This program is designed to equip students with the conceptual knowledge of Anthropology. The program offers courses that focus on the study of human language, culture, societies, biological and material remains, biolog more
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  • 100 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099, United States
    USD 19,296 Tuition Fee

    Athletic Training

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Sports. The program offers courses that focus on sport specific skill development; sport specific strength training; cardiovascu more
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  • 100 Nunn Dr, Highland Heights, KY 41099, United States
    USD 19,296 Tuition Fee

    Biological Sciences

    This program is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge of Biology. The program offers courses that focus on the study of cell growth, DNA expression, botany, parasitology and recombinant more
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Rankings

  • SchoolApply Ranking
    SchoolApply Ranking 782
  • Forbes (USA)
    Forbes (USA) 640

Admission Requirements

  • Avg Aid to Undergraduate 6528
  • Minimum GPA 2.00
  • Minimum incoming TOEFL iBT 61
  • Minimum incoming IELTS 5.50
  • Minimum SAT 920
  • Minimum ACT 19

Accreditations

    Financial Aid & Scholarship

    NKU has over 165 scholarships available to students some of which include Undergraduate Academic Housing, James and Rachel Votruba Scholarship, Jack E. And Dorothy Eloise Walling Endowed Scholarship, Jan Walling Memorial Scholarship, Loren Arthur Walling Jr. Memorial Scholarship, Linda Bowen Wasicsko Social Work Endowed Scholarship, Juanita Werling Scholarship, Robert And Rosalee Wheeler Scholarship, Marcel Wheeler Scholarship, Dr. Macel Wheeler Travel Scholarship, and Connie And Firmin Widmer Endowed Scholarship In Social Justice.

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    Other Information

    Established in 1968

    NKU is ranked as one of the top 800 universities by The Times Higher Education

    Student Reviews

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    BS, Psychology
    2002-2007

    The RIGHT choice in education!

    NKU, and their amazing staff/faculty, helped me reach my full potential. It wasn't my first choice when evaluating colleges/universities, but it was the right choice. During my tenure there, I forged lasting relationships with both students and professors, felt inspired by the level of education received, and found a home. NKU truly has continued to be the beacon of innovation and strives to diversify their educational portfolio into and beyond the 21st century. They are a major contributor to the successes of the region and I'm proud to be part of Norse Nation.

    BA, Graphic Design
    1984-1988

    This is the launch pad for a lifetime of opportunities

    My time at NKU began as a Biology major which evolved into a BA in Graphic Design. During that time I worked as the Northerner's editorial cartoonist, lived on campus for a bit and made lifelong friendships. The professors, administration, and the overall campus community helped me discover a principle of learning that has been a foundation of continued growth throughout my career. A university education will be one of the biggest investments in your life. From my experience NKU is an investment that will give you positive educational, and social returns every year you are a student and for many years after your graduation.

    Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
    2011-2012

    Computer Information Technology

    I graduated from NKU in December 2012. During my job search, employers were impressed with the CIT program and did not question my skill set. I was able to acquire a job, in my field of study, almost immediately after graduation. I was an out of state student and the cost of my education was comparable to the price for in-state tuition at a local school.

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