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Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Kentucky

Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Kentucky
Posted By: S. Moore on June 20, 2023

How Many Colleges Are Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) In Kentucky?
In Kentucky, 2 schools are Historically Black colleges (HBCUs). By school type, 1 public schools and 1 private schools are Historically Black colleges (HBCUs).

Academic & Tuition Statistics for Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) In Kentucky

The average acceptance rate of the Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) In Kentucky is 61.43% and the admission yield is 32%.
A total of 2,442 students are attending one of the schools. With 157 faculties, the average students to faculty ratio is 8 to 1.
The 2023 average tuition & fees at Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) In Kentucky is $7,157 for state residents and $14,640 for out-of-state students for undergraduate programs. The average graduate program tuition & fees is $6,621 for state residents and $10,675 for out-of-state students.
84.50% of undergraduate students received grants and/or scholarships and the average aid amount is $8,552 at Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) In Kentucky.

Here's an overview of Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) in Kentucky.

Kentucky State University
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.

KSU’s athletic teams are known as the Thorobreds. They compete in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II. The Thorobreds participate in volleyball, baseball, basketball, softball, and golf, among others.


QUICK FACTS

Undergrad Population: 2606
Graduate Population: 245
Student Body: Coed
In State Tuition: $6210
Out of State Tuition: $14904
Room & Board: $6480
Applications Due: Rolling Admissions ($30)
Conference: Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
Mascot: Thorobreds
Accreditations: SACS,
Online Classes: No
Percent Men: 44%
Percent Women: 56%
Online Admissions Application: http://www.kysu.edu/admissions/


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Simmons College of Kentucky

Since Simmons was founded in 1879 by the State Convention of Colored Baptist Churches in Kentucky, the school has consistently provided its students with an affordable, quality education.

The relatively small student body permits a more personal learning environment with close interaction between faculty, students and academic advisors. Furthermore, the school’s enriched curriculum is designed to prepare students with the skills, knowledge and values essential for contemporary ministry needs and life’s realistic challenges.

The Simmons College of Kentucky experience is enhanced by its experienced faculty members who successfully guide students through the school’s degree and certificate programs. And for years, non-traditional students have benefited from the day, evening, and weekend course offerings.

QUICK FACTS

Undergrad Population: 300
Graduate Population: 100
Student Body: Coed
In State Tuition: $2655
Out of State Tuition: $2655
Room & Board: $0
Applications Due: August 17 ($40.00)
Conference: National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)
Mascot: Falcons
Accreditations: ABHE,
Online Classes: No
Percent Men: 55%
Percent Women: 45%
Online Admissions Application:http://www.simmons.edu/Admissions


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