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Northern Kentucky University is a co-educational public university situated in Highland Heights, Kentucky. It has an undergraduate, liberal arts college, and also offers graduate programs. The university offers enrollment to more than 14,000 students. It is the 2nd largest university in Greater Cincinnati. NKU has 6 colleges under it:
NKU mascot is Norse, and its colors are black, white and gold. The university has volleyball, golf, tennis, cross country, soccer, basketball, softball and baseball teams. Suzanne Fitzpatrick, television writer; Gary Webb, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist; Shawn Nordheim, Mrs. Kentucky 2006; Jenny Robertson, actress; and actor George Clooney are among the notable alumni of the university.
Northern Kentucky University can be found in Highland Heights, KY (a large suburb). The school is a public institution. The Doctoral degree is the highest degree at Northern Kentucky University.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 430 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Northern Kentucky University centered around 430 to 560, but ranged both higher and lower.
A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 14,785 students were enrolled in Northern Kentucky University.
The school student athletes compete in Great Lakes Valley Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Northern Kentucky University is to educate students to succeed in their chosen life roles; be informed, contributing members of their communities - regionally, nationally, and internationally; and pursue satisfying and fulfilling lives. The university will offer a comprehensive array of baccalaureate and master's programs as well as law and other selected doctoral programs that meet regional needs.
The university supports multi-dimensional excellence across the full breadth of its work: teaching and learning, research and creative activity, and outreach and public engagement. Northern Kentucky University fosters a community that values openness, inclusion and respect. The university is committed to intellectual and creative freedom and to the open expression of ideas in ways that support scholarship and advance the learning process. The university embraces its regional stewardship role as reflected in its significant contribution to the intellectual, social, economic, cultural and civic vitality of the region and the commonwealth.
Northern Kentucky University achieves its mission through outstanding faculty, state-of-the-art programs and community partnerships. The university prides itself on its learner focus, entrepreneurial spirit, global perspective, innovative programs, small classes, technology-enhanced academic programs, co-curricular learning opportunities, and emphasis on active learning, including student research, internships, co-op programs and service learning.
Northern Kentucky University is the commonwealthÆs only regional university located in a major metropolitan area. The university values its role as an integral part of the metropolitan region and recognizes the region as a powerful source of knowledge and experience that can strengthen, enhance and enrich every aspect of the university. Regional stewardship informs every dimension of the university's mission."
More complete details are provided below.
Northern Kentucky University
Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY 41099
General Phone: (859) 572-5100
http://www.nku.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 557 | business, accounting, organizational behavior, marketing, business management, finance, MIS, managerial economics, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 405 | elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, education, secondary teaching, physical education teaching, educational admin and supervision, school counseling, business teaching, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 339 | liberal arts and sciences, English, history, political science, speech and rhetoric, social services, sociology, anthropology, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 253 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, adult health nursing |
| Law | 150 | law |
| Media | 118 | public relations, radio and television, journalism, communication studies, broadcast journalism |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 102 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police |
| Therapy and Counseling | 96 | psychology, organizational psychology, community health services |
| Family and Social Work | 73 | social work, public administration |
| Medical Support and Technology | 71 | mental health services tech, radiation therapist, health service and sciences, respiratory care tech |
| Engineering Technician | 66 | architectural engineering tech, industrial tech, electronics tech, manufacturing tech |
| Science | 65 | biology, physics, chemistry, geology |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 61 | construction management |
| Fine Arts | 48 | fine arts |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 42 | information technology, computer and info science, computer science, computer programming |
| Mathematics | 27 | mathematics |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 24 | drama |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 22 | sports and fitness management, athletic trainer |
| Music | 17 | music |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 13 | commercial art |
| Religion and Philosophy | 11 | philosophy |
| Transportation | 4 | aviation operations |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 1 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for Northern Kentucky University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,706 | 59 |
| Master's degree | 466 | 16 |
| Associate's degree | 226 | 9 |
| First-professional degree | 150 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 10 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 7 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Northern Kentucky University had a total enrollment of 14,785 students (11,605 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 44% |
| Women | 56% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| First Professional | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 16% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | 69% |
| Ohio | 23% |
| Indiana | 6% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
Northern Kentucky University offers campus housing for 1,849 of its 11,605 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Highland Heights, 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 | 5,367 | 4,167 | 78% | 2,183 | 52% |
| Men | 2,194 | 1,722 | 78% | 968 | 56% |
| Women | 3,136 | 2,424 | 77% | 1,215 | 50% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 550 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 13% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 87% |
| 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 | $ 6,528 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,952 |
| Room and board | $ 6,082 |
| Room charge | $ 1,510 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,245 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,279 |
Financial Aid:
Northern Kentucky University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 927500)
Northern Kentucky University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 122 | 85 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 71 | 73 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 84 | 117 |
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 | 5 | $116,507 | 4 | $103,686 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 5 | $80,963 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 8 | $53,520 | 8 | $52,614 |
| No academic rank | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $39,913 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 17 | $79,728 | 22 | $67,090 |
*: 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 | 54 | $93,424 | 28 | $85,095 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 68 | $71,912 | 49 | $68,456 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 69 | $62,917 | 75 | $60,914 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 61 | $43,568 | 89 | $42,322 |
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 252 | $67,198 | 244 | $58,346 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Baseball | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
| Track | Great Lakes Valley Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 82 | 80 | 162 |
| Baseball | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Track | 9 | 6 | 15 |
| All Other Sports | 35 | 62 | 97 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Labor and Industrial Relations
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Education, General
Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Broadcast Journalism
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Construction Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northern Kentucky University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
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 On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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