University of Pikeville
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Pikeville
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Pikeville is a small private university located on a campus in Pikeville, Kentucky. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,562, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 28 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 41%, and a student-faculty ratio of 14:1. Tuition and fees for students are $23,000.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
67% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
41% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcriptRequired
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile970-1130
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
43%
Online student enrollment
14:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
36%
Unknown
%
Black
3%
Hispanic
1%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
2%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
57% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
6
Total Online Enrollment
1,107
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.43% online, 57% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
86% On-campus
14% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate33% online
Bachelor's7% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
59%
State Grant Aid
68%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
57%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$32k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Archery
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Wrestling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 8 | History. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 12 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 15 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.