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Kentucky State University

Frankfort, Kentucky · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$29,640

Acceptance Rate

93%

Graduation Rate

29%

Annual Tuition

$9,214

At a Glance

Total Students

1,317

Retention Rate

61%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

55%

Median Debt

$25,938

Campus Setting

Town

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Kentucky State University is a public institution with a student body of 1,317. The university has a high acceptance rate of 92.6%. The graduation rate is 29.2%, and the retention rate is 60.8%. The in-state tuition is $9,214, and 55% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $30,808. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $29,640. Ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $36,382. The median debt for students is $25,938.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$31k

1 YEAR

$30k

5 YEARS

$36k

10 YEARS

Top 94% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Kentucky State University alumni earn a median of $30,808. Five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $29,640. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase to $36,382. The median debt for graduates is $25,938.

Kentucky State University has a 29.2% graduation rate and a 60.8% retention rate. The university has a 92.6% acceptance rate. The in-state tuition is $9,214. Fifty-five percent of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Frankfort, Kentucky

Frankfort, KY 40601-2355

Kentucky State University is located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The campus is in a town setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kentucky State University has an acceptance rate of 92.6%.