Published
January 22, 2013
This article discusses important factors to consider when evaluating and choosing a liberal arts college.The Kentucky Christian University educates students for Christian leadership and service in the Church and in professions throughout the world. The academic environment at KCU is vibrant and dynamic; in order to ensure accurate information regarding this rapidly changing environment.
School Overview: | Kentucky Christian University | |
| County | Carter County, KY | |
| Title IV Eligible | Participat | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate Colleges--General | |
| Institution Level | Four or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private not-for-profit | |
| Instructional Staff Total (research/public service staff included) | 45 staff | 115 staff |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Enrollment | 607 students | 1,633 students |
| # Full-Time Students | 540 students | 1,434 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 67 students | 137 students |
| # Undergraduate Students | 566 students | 1,507 students |
| # Graduate Students | 41 students | 129 students |
| % American Indian/Alaskan | - | 1% |
| % Asian | 1% | 2% |
| % Hawaiian | - | 1% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 3% |
| % Black | 5% | 6% |
| % White | 92% | 84% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 2% |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| In-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $16,778 | $24,462 |
| Out-State Tuition Fees (2012-13) | $16,778 | $24,744 |
| Percent Admitted | 58% | 64% |
| SAT Reading (25-75%) | 425-565 | 450-570 |
| SAT Math (25-75%) | 440-525 | 460-573 |
| SAT Writing (25-75%) | 385-510 | 440-570 |
| ACT English (25-75%) | 16-23 | 19-25 |
| ACT Math (25-75%) | 17-23 | 18-25 |
| ACT Composite (25-75%) | 18-24 | 20-25 |
School Notes:
- KCU's solid reputation as a nationally ranked undergraduate teaching institution and sustained by an impressive graduate faculty of practitioner-scholars., the Graduate School is offering two, fully accredited Master's degree programs. KCU's graduate degrees include the Master of Arts in the New Testament and the Master of Arts in Christian Leadership. These program offerings are designed specifically to support the exciting personal vision and fit the busy lifestyle of today's church leaders and paraprofessionals.
- Because most KCU students spend about 75 percent of their waking hours in nonacademic endeavors, KCU is committed to providing high quality out-of-class experiences that educate students for Christian leadership and service in the church and in professions throughout the world.
- The intercollegiate athletic program at Kentucky Christian University develops Christian leaders through a program that emphasizes the academic, physical, emotional, social and spiritual development of its student athletes.
- Kentucky Christian University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degrees. The Baccalaureate Social Work Program at Kentucky Christian University is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The Kentucky Christian University School of Nursing Baccalaureate program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
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