Kentucky State University

Kentucky State University is an historically black university located in Frankfort, Kentucky. Founded in 1886, it is the second-oldest public institution in the state. It is a member of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and has a strong emphasis on the liberal arts, helping to provide a well-rounded education to its students. It has a diverse student body and faculty, and includes programs such as agriculture, engineering, social work and education. Kentucky State strives to promote equitable education and a passion for research that serves to benefit all people. It is proud of its reputation of excellence and its commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment.

  • Address: 400 East Main Street, Frankfort, KY 40601-2355
  • Phone: (502) 597-6000
  • Website: www.kysu.edu/
  • Type: Public, 4-year
  • Student Population: 2,290
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 14 to 1
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Application Fee: $30
  • Selectivity: Less Selective

Cost

  In-State Out-of-State
Tuition and Fees $8,800 $12,650
Books and Supplies $1,300 $1,300
Room & Board $6,328 $6,328
Other $5,612 $5,612
Total Cost $22,040 $25,890

Admissions

  • Acceptance Rate: 84%
  • SAT Range: 860 – 1050
  • ACT Range: 15 – 20

Majors

  1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
  2. Business Administration and Management, General
  3. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
  4. Psychology, General
  5. Computer and Information Sciences, General

EnrollmentAttendance Status

  • Full-time: 65%
  • Part-time: 35%

Student Gender

  • Male: 41%
  • Female: 59%

Student Race/Ethnicity

  • American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
  • Asian: 1%
  • Black or African American: 59%
  • Hispanic / Latino: 3%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
  • White: 9%
  • Two or More Races: 3%
  • Unknown: 24%
  • Non-resident Alien: 1%

Student Age

  • 24 and Under: 95%
  • 25 and Over: 5%
  • Age Unknown: 0%

Student Residence

  • In-State: 38%
  • Out-of-State: 62%
  • Unknown: 0%

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