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Kentucky Christian University (KCU) is a Christian university in Grayson, Kentucky that was founded on December, 1919 by J. W. Lusby and J. O. Snodgrass. The institute was formerly known as the Christian Normal Institute. Initially, the school included a program for training public school teachers. Later its emphasis was redirected toward educating students for the Christian community.
The U.S. News and World Report recognizes KCU as among the best 50 comprehensive baccalaureate level universities in the South. The university encompasses eight schools.
The athletic teams of Kentucky Christian University are known as the Knights. The alumni include notable contemporary Christian music groups such as the Audio Adrenaline and Bleach.
Kentucky Christian is in Grayson, KY. Grayson is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is classified as a Christian Churches and Churches of Christ college. Kentucky Christian is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Master's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at Kentucky Christian include religion and philosophy.
Not all applicants to the school are accepted. The top quarter of students at Kentucky Christian scored at least 550 on the verbal SAT test. Students' math SAT scores were most often in the range 400 to 530 in 2007-2008.
Approximately 632 students study at the school (in 2007-2008).
Kentucky Christian offers a real campus feel. The school makes housing available to a large share of its students. Students participate in Mid-South Conference athletics.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Kentucky Christian University is to educate students for Christian leadership and service in the Church and professions throughout the world."
More complete details are provided below.
Kentucky Christian University
100 Academic Pky
Grayson, KY 41143-1199
General Phone: (606) 474-3000
http://www.kcu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion and Philosophy | 35 | youth ministry, theological and ministerial studies, religious music, bible studies, theology and religious vocations |
| Education and Teaching | 24 | elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, music teaching, English teaching, social studies teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 19 | interdisciplinary studies, humanities, diversity studies, history |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 14 | registered nursing |
| Business and Management | 11 | business management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 5 | counseling psychology |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | social work |
| Music | 1 | music management, music performance |
Number of programs and degrees for Kentucky Christian in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 107 | 20 |
| Master's degree | 7 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Kentucky Christian had a total enrollment of 632 students (581 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 97% |
| Graduate | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 37% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 50% |
| Ohio | 13% |
| Indiana | 9% |
| (International Students) | 7% |
| West Virginia | 6% |
| Florida | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Iowa | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 68 % |
Kentucky Christian offers campus housing for 456 of its 581 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Grayson, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 485 | 345 | 71% | 197 | 57% |
| Men | 297 | 199 | 67% | 110 | 55% |
| Women | 188 | 146 | 78% | 87 | 60% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 380 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 400 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 15% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 75% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,608 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,608 |
| Room and board | $ 5,298 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,046 |
Financial Aid:
Kentucky Christian participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 196500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 22 | 10 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 11 | $45,774 | 4 | $47,402 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $37,366 | 4 | $38,858 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 20 | $42,098 | 9 | $43,097 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Religious/Sacred Music
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
Youth Ministry
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kentucky Christian Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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