University of the Cumberlands
About University of the Cumberlands
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of the Cumberlands is a private Baptist university in Williamsburg, Kentucky, in the Appalachian region. It offers programs in education, business, health sciences, and ministry at an affordable price point.
Founded
1888
Location
Williamsburg, Kentucky
Students
21,449
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
98.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
50.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$9,875
Per year
Avg Net Price
$14,107
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$45,036
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of the Cumberlands accepts the majority of applicants at 98.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Average: 21 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
74.3%
4-Year Grad
37%
6-Year Grad
48%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22.7%
$/Student
$2.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 37% graduation rate is below average, but 74.3% 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
$9,875
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,300
Books & Supplies
$0
Total Cost of Attendance
$25,567
After Financial Aid
$14,107
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,736
Receive Grants
53.4%
Take Loans
67.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $25,567/yr, including $9,300 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $14,107.
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 the Cumberlands fund their education.
While in School
53.4%
Get Grants
Free money
67.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$38,747
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,911
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$158/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,911, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
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 the Cumberlands.
Gender
68.1%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
6,941
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
14,508
Graduates
39.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
41.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 39.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
6,941
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of the Cumberlands fields 14 varsity teams with 758 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Mid-South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
758
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
398
Men
360
Women
11
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of the Cumberlandsearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,036
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
215 grads
Business/Commerce, General
$46K
186 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$37K
133 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$33K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$35K
92 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$81K
70 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $39K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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