Kentucky State University

Kentucky State University is a small four-year, primarily residential school, located in a distant small town (Frankfort, Kentucky). It is a public school, located in the exciting Southeast area of the country. It is considered a historically black school, as well as a land-grant school. (Land-grant institutions are schools that have been designated by Congress to receive the benefits of the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890.)

Dr. Mary Evans Sias is the President of the school. You can find more information about Kentucky State University by visiting their website.

Kentucky State University has a closed admissions policy. This doesn't mean you won't be able to be admitted to the school, but that you should contact the admissions office for complete admissions information. In order to apply for admittance, you will need your high school GPA, your transcripts, and your standardized test scores, such as those from an ACT or SAT. (Check with the admissions office to see which tests are acceptable.) If English is not your primary language, it is required that you take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and submit the results with your admissions application.

Of those who applied to the school, 28% were admitted. There are currently 2,228 students enrolled in the Kentucky State University.

The school provides credit for life experiences, as well as academic and career counseling services for students. If it fits better with your needs, the school also offers some programs via distance learning.

The school has on-campus housing available for up to 849 students. On-campus housing costs average about $3,232 per year. You may also choose to participate in a meals program for an additional $3,040. (This could be a weekly, monthly, or term amount. Check with the school's admissions office for further information.)

The average tuition for out-of-state full-time undergraduates is approximately $10,450. If you are an in-state student, then the average tuition is approximately $3,900. Any tuition figures are exclusive of required fees, books, and supplies. The fees can vary, but books typically average about $1,000. It is estimated that the total cost for an in-state student is $12,650 per year and $19,200 per year for an out-of-state student. If you choose to live off-campus, then it is possible for costs to be higher.

Contact Information:
    Kentucky State University
    400 East Main Street
    Frankfort, KY  40601

Other Information:
    Enrollment: 2,228
    Website: http://www.kysu.edu
    General Info: 502-597-6000
    Admissions: 502-597-6813
    Financial Aid: 502-597-5960

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