According to the school, NKU is a learner-centered institution committed to lifelong public access to education with an emphasis on high quality, affordable education. Thirteen major buildings are of modern, contemporary architectural design and are set on 398 acres of rolling countryside. On campus, construction is complete for the new Student Union building which features a grand ballroom, food court, lounges and game rooms. Adjacent to campus, the Bank of Kentucky Center, a 10,000 seat arena and convention center, built last year, is in full operation. Both the new Student Union and Bank of Kentucky Center opened in Fall 2008. NKU has an enrollment approximately 15,000 students representing 43 states and 56 countries. NKU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Student athletes compete in the Great Lakes Valley conference.
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| Students | Enrolled Students: | 15,443 |
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| Student to Faculty Ratio: | 19 to 1 |
| Cost | In State Tuition: | $6,792 |
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| Out of State Tuition: | $12,792 | |
| Books and Supplies: | $800 | |
| Students with Financial aid:** | 93% |
Associate's Degrees
- Associate's in Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
- Associate's in Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
- Associate's in Business/Commerce, General
- Associate's in Criminal Justice/Police Science
- Associate's in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Associate's in Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Associate's in Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Associate's in Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Bachelor's Degrees
- Bachelor's in Accounting
- Bachelor's in Anthropology
- Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
- Bachelor's in Athletic Training/Trainer
- Bachelor's in Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Bachelor's in Broadcast Journalism
- Bachelor's in Business Administration and Management, General
- Bachelor's in Business Teacher Education
- Bachelor's in Business/Commerce, General
- Bachelor's in Business/Managerial Economics
- Bachelor's in Chemistry, General
- Bachelor's in Commercial and Advertising Art
- Bachelor's in Computer and Information Sciences, General
- Bachelor's in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Bachelor's in Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
- Bachelor's in Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
- Bachelor's in Elementary Education and Teaching
- Bachelor's in English Language and Literature, General
- Bachelor's in Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Bachelor's in Environmental Science
- Bachelor's in Finance, General
- Bachelor's in Fine/Studio Arts, General
- Bachelor's in French Language and Literature
- Bachelor's in Geography
- Bachelor's in Geology/Earth Science, General
- Bachelor's in German Language and Literature
- Bachelor's in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
- Bachelor's in History, General
- Bachelor's in Human Resources Management and Services, Other
- Bachelor's in Industrial Technology/Technician
- Bachelor's in Information Science/Studies
- Bachelor's in Information Technology
- Bachelor's in International Relations and Affairs
- Bachelor's in Journalism
- Bachelor's in Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Bachelor's in Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
- Bachelor's in Labor and Industrial Relations
- Bachelor's in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Bachelor's in Management Information Systems, General
- Bachelor's in Marketing/Marketing Management, General
- Bachelor's in Mathematics, General
- Bachelor's in Music, General
- Bachelor's in Organizational Behavior Studies
- Bachelor's in Philosophy
- Bachelor's in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
- Bachelor's in Physics, General
- Bachelor's in Political Science and Government, General
- Bachelor's in Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
- Bachelor's in Psychology, General
- Bachelor's in Public Relations/Image Management
- Bachelor's in Radio and Television
- Bachelor's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Bachelor's in Rhetoric and Composition
- Bachelor's in Social Sciences, General
- Bachelor's in Social Work
- Bachelor's in Sociology
- Bachelor's in Spanish Language and Literature
- Bachelor's in Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
- Bachelor's in Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
Master's Degrees
- Master's in Accounting
- Master's in Business/Commerce, General
- Master's in Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
- Master's in Computer Science
- Master's in Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
- Master's in Education, General
- Master's in Educational Administration and Supervision, Other
- Master's in Elementary Education and Teaching
- Master's in Engineering Technology, General
- Master's in Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Master's in Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
- Master's in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Master's in Management Information Systems, General
- Master's in Medical Informatics
- Master's in Organizational Behavior Studies
- Master's in Public Administration
- Master's in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Master's in Secondary Education and Teaching
- Master's in Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Doctoral Degrees
- Doctoral in Law
Certificates
- Certificate in Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Certificate in Business Administration and Management, General
- Certificate in Music Performance, General
Graduate Certificates
- Graduate Certificate in Accounting
- Graduate Certificate in Adult Health Nurse/Nursing
- Graduate Certificate in Business/Corporate Communications
- Graduate Certificate in Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Graduate Certificate in Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
- Graduate Certificate in Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
- Graduate Certificate in Health/Medical Psychology
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Development
- Graduate Certificate in Medical Informatics
- Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
- Graduate Certificate in Pediatric Nurse/Nursing
- Graduate Certificate in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
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Pros
- Affordable tuition
- Convenient locations
- Great instructors
- Number of degree offerings
Cons
- Few online classes
- Unattractive campus
Reasons to Attend
Comments about Northern Kentucky University:
Originally I chose NKU for the affordability - it's not an expensive school to start with, especially with the in-state tuition (and has a very generous definition of "in-state," applying to the surrounding areas in Indiana and Ohio as well), and on top of that I got financial aid from the school.
However, I'm glad I chose NKU, because the instructors are very good at giving personal attention to each student, and the classes themselves are very practical - good for students like me who were focusing on getting a degree primarily to get into a good job.
If you're looking for mostly theory or research, this is not the college for you. NKU is not a research university at ALL. Similarly, if you're looking for esoteric degrees, this is also not the university for you. But if you want an education grounded in the real world that simultaneously encourages you to make the most of yourself, I would highly recommended NKU.
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