About Kentucky State University
Kentucky State University is a four-year public school located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The name has changed several times but became Kentucky State University in 1972. The University’s diverse students, staff, and faculty has made Kentucky State on of the most diverse educational institutions in the state.
Kentucky State University offers undergraduate and graduate programs from several colleges and schools:
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Business and Computer Science
- College of Professional Studies
- College of Agriculture, Food Science, and Sustainable Systems
- Whitney Young School of Honors and Liberal Studies
For students who prefer to reach their goals from home or abroad, Kentucky State University offers fully online undergraduate and graduate degree programs, which provide access to the same courses in residential programs given by the same professors in a rigorous yet user-friendly distance learning format.
Accreditation & Licensing
Kentucky State University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Type:
4-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 1,920 ; Graduate: 195Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 17% ; Graduate: 46%Graduation Rate:
32%Transfer Rate:
20%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$36,382Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$25,938Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
89%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$9,825Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
YesFeatured Ranking Reports
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Kentucky State University is located in Kentucky
Kentucky at a Glance:
Top Majors in Kentucky:
Top Incentives in Kentucky:
- Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship: Up to $2,500 annually
- College Access Program Grant: Up to $2,000 annually
- Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship: Covers remaining tuition
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- Required Education: BS Engineering Management
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