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Kentucky State University, also known as KSU, is a public institution located in Frankfort, Kentucky, United States. It was established in the year 1886 as the State Normal School for Colored Persons. The campus of KSU spreads across an area of more than 510 acres. The student body consists of a large number of African-American students. KSu offers degrees in arts and science and professional studies. The university is organized into three main colleges:
KSU’s athletic teams are known as the Thorobrettes. They compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II. The Thorobrettes participate in volleyball, baseball, basketball, softball, and golf, among others.
The campus of Kentucky State is in Frankfort, KY, which is a town not particularly near any major cities. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Kentucky State include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in music, mathematics, family and social work, nursing and emergency medicine, and conservation and resource management.
Admission at Kentucky State is selective, not open to all who apply. Getting into the school is challenging; it only admitted 31% of those who applied in 2007-2008. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 360. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 360 and 460.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007-2008, Kentucky State had 2,696 students enrolled (2,229 full-time equivalent). The school has a large minority student population.
Kentucky State offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans. Kentucky State values student athletics, and belongs to the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Kentucky State University, building on its legacy of achievement as a historically black, liberal arts, and 1890 land-grant university, affords access to and prepares a diverse student population of traditional and non-traditional students to compete in a multifaceted, ever-changing global society by providing student-centered learning while integrating teaching, research, and service through high-quality undergraduate and select graduate programs. Kentucky State University is committed to keeping relevant its legacy of service by proactively engaging the community in partnerships on civic projects driven by the objective of positively impacting the quality of life of the citizens of the Commonwealth."
More complete details are provided below.
Kentucky State University
400 East Main Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
General Phone: (502) 597-6000
http://www.kysu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Family and Social Work | 56 | public administration, social work, family studies |
| Business and Management | 50 | business, business management |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 46 | registered nursing |
| Education and Teaching | 37 | elementary school teaching, physical education teaching, special ed |
| Liberal Arts | 36 | liberal arts and sciences, social services, political science, English |
| Therapy and Counseling | 21 | psychology |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 21 | computer and info science, webmastering |
| Science | 19 | biology, chemistry |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 18 | criminal justice and safety |
| Mathematics | 4 | mathematics |
| Music | 4 | music |
| Fine Arts | 2 | fine arts |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | fisheries sciences |
| Office and Administration | 0 | executive secretary |
| Media | 0 | journalism courses |
| Engineering Technician | 0 | drafting, electronics tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Kentucky State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 231 | 21 |
| Master's degree | 47 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 37 | 5 |
Kentucky State is a historically black college.
In 2007-2008, Kentucky State had a total enrollment of 2,696 students (2,229 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 93% |
| Graduate | 7% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 29% |
| Black | 55% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 43% |
| Ohio | 17% |
| Michigan | 16% |
| Illinois | 7% |
| Indiana | 6% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Washington, DC | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Kentucky State offers campus housing for 1,241 of its 2,229 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Frankfort, Kentucky for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kentucky Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 7,770 | 2,400 | 31% | 777 | 32% |
| Men | 3,188 | 941 | 30% | 352 | 37% |
| Women | 4,476 | 1,354 | 30% | 414 | 31% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 360 | 460 |
| SAT Math | 360 | 460 |
| SAT Writing | 350 | 450 |
| ACT Verbal | 13 | 20 |
| ACT Math | 15 | 18 |
| ACT Composite | 15 | 19 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 18% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 85% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,692 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,490 |
| Room and board | $ 6,392 |
| Room charge | $ 3,240 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,152 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,560 |
Financial Aid:
Kentucky State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 196800)
Kentucky State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 52 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 22 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 9 | 16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 4 | $84,002 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 4 | $83,276 | 4 | $78,982 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 11 | $76,623 | 4 | $78,982 |
*: 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 | 18 | $73,597 | 3 | $67,949 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $59,358 | 12 | $56,968 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 27 | $53,439 | 24 | $46,047 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $40,019 | 11 | $39,128 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 66 | $59,941 | 50 | $48,460 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 77 | 35 | 112 |
| Football | 48 | 0 | 48 |
| Basketball | 10 | 10 | 20 |
| Baseball | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Track | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 24 | 33 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Development and Family Studies, General
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Kentucky State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in family and social work (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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