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What are your chances at Northern Kentucky University?

Highland Heights, KY · Public · 8,246 students

68%admitted
67.7% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 68 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students953–1150
400
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What Northern Kentucky University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$8,191
per year, after grants · sticker $19,725
Median earnings
$50,220
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
52.2%
finish within six years
Median debt
$23,000
at graduation · about $244/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$2,603
$30,000 – $48,000$3,630
$48,000 – $75,000$6,761
$75,000 – $110,000$12,679
Over $110,000$14,522

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Northern Kentucky University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Northern Kentucky University

Northern Kentucky University accepts about 67.7% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 953 and 1150 on the SAT, or 18–25 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.