University of Pikeville
About University of Pikeville
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Pikeville is located in Pikeville, KY. Tuition is $23,150 per year, serving approximately 1,109 students.
Founded
1889
Location
Pikeville, Kentucky
Students
2,142
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.7%
Below national average
Tuition
$24,850
Per year
Avg Net Price
$20,311
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$48,231
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
68.7%
4-Year Grad
23%
6-Year Grad
33%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
59.5%
$/Student
$11.2K
Class Size
Medium
The 23% graduation rate is below average, but 68.7% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$24,850
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,000
Books & Supplies
$190
Total Cost of Attendance
$33,420
After Financial Aid
$20,311
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,115
Receive Grants
38%
Take Loans
65.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $33,420/yr, including $9,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $20,311.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Pikeville fund their education.
While in School
38%
Get Grants
Free money
65.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$23,445
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,679
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$219/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,679 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Pikeville.
Gender
51.8%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,135
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,007
Graduates
44.8%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
4.3%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 44.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,135
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Pikeville fields 14 varsity teams with 636 student athletes, about 56% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Appalachian
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
636
56% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
402
Men
234
Women
12
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Pikevilleearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$48,231
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$29K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
24 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$27K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$38K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$42K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $35K six years out, growing to $48K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.