University of the Cumberlands
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of the Cumberlands
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Baptist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of the Cumberlands is a medium-sized private university located on a rural campus in Williamsburg, Kentucky. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,091, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 71%. The university offers 38 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1. Tuition and fees for students are $9,875.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
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 Percentile16-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile960-1160
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
21k
Students enrolled
94%
Online student enrollment
19:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
46%
Unknown
24%
Black
5%
Hispanic
0%
Two or more races
%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
24%
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
67
Total Online Enrollment
19,078
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.94% online, 6% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
30% On-campus
70% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate93% online
Bachelor's42% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's91% online
Doctorate67% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,875 | $9,875 |
| Graduate | $4,260 | $4,260 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $0 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,300 |
| On-campus other expenses | $6,968 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $12,285 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $7,929 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $9,504 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $26,143 | $26,143 |
| Off-campus without family | $26,143 | $30,089 |
| Off-campus with family | $19,379 | $19,379 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
57%
State Grant Aid
70%
Institution Grant Aid
69%
Pell Grant
57%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$15k
Average student debtafter graduation
$29k
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
- All Track Combined
- Archery
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Bowling
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | 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 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 9 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 10 | History. | |||
| 11 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 12 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 13 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 15 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 19 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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