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Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights, Kentucky

  • Overview
  • Accessibility
  • Demographics
  • Cost
  • Online Offerings
  • Outcomes
  • Military
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Northern Kentucky University is a public college in Highland Heights, Kentucky and has been named to the Abound: Finish College 100 Best Online Colleges and Best Online Colleges: South award lists for 2024. The school’s online program features 14 online degree options and 2,545 online students. The on-campus average net price to attend is $7,259 and the per-credit hour charge for part-time students is $425. The school offers online degrees, credit for life experiences, weekend/evening classes, on-campus day care, academic counseling services, career services, credit for military training, and more.

Overview

School Type

  • Online
  • Public

Website: www.nku.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:Yes

Demographics

Part-time students
3,364 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:7,412
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:1,906
  • Pell Grant students:2,821
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:2,545
  • Part-time students
    31%
  • Students over 25 years old
    18%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$425
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$7,259
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Online & Distance Programs

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Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(1)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(1)
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities(1)
  • Psychology(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(1)

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  • Social Sciences(1)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(3)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(4)
  • History(1)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:35%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:13%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
31 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
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Benefits

Student Experience

Student Experience

  • Online Synchronous
  • Online Asynchronous
  • On Campus Days
  • Hybrid
  • Accelerated
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Affordability

Affordability

  • Financial Aid
  • Military Credit
  • Industry Credit
  • Portfolio Credit
Campus Resources

Campus Resources

  • Advisors
  • Library
  • Technical Support
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Featured Programs & Degrees

Arts & Humanities
Business
General Studies
Science & Technology
Arts & Humanities

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies degree offered at NKU can be completed in a fully online format. Students will explore curriculum in practice, theory, history, and more. The coursework will prepare students who are interested in public relations, human resources, teaching, business, politics, and more. Students will improve their communication skills through varied coursework that spans multiple disciplines.

Bachelor of Arts in History

The Bachelor of Arts in History program is available in a fully online format. Students will explore a curriculum of core, history, and elective courses to complete their degree. Students must earn 48 credit hours within the major (with a C or above). History students must also participate in outcomes assessment prior to graduation.

Business

Bachelor of Science in Business Information Systems

Adult learners enrolled in the Business Information Systems program will gain the skills necessary to succeed in the competitive world of business informatics. Students will learn how to make smart and informed decisions, while also learning about the automation of business processes and the management of information functions. The program is accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

The program requires that students bring a significant amount of prior work history with them. Applicants must demonstrate at least 5 years of work history or a combination of work and education history. This program is also available in a fully online format.

General Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Studies

The BA in Integrative Studies is perfect for students whose academic interests span several subjects. Enrolled students will combine three areas of academic study in order to develop a focus and goal-oriented educational track. In addition, students will learn a variety of the most sought-after skills employers desire. Some of these skills include: critical thinking, creative and bold perspective, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team of both different and like-minded individuals. The PACE program has created a template for students to earn minors in Organizational Leadership and Public Service and a focus in English.

The program requires that students bring a significant amount of prior work history with them. Applicants must demonstrate at least 5 years of work history or a combination of work.education history.

Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Leadership

The Organizational Leadership program is best suited for students coming in with prior credit. The program combines psychology, communication, and leadership theory to develop students into motivators who know how to affect positive change within an organization. Students will also hone their skills in inter-organizational communication, which includes coordination with others and sensitivity to issues among different groups. The PACE curriculum offers concentrations in public administration, English, and business informatics.

The program requires that students bring a significant amount of prior work history with them. Applicants must demonstrate at least 5 years of work history or a combination of work and education history. This program is also available in a fully online format.

Science & Technology

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Technology

Through this engaging, hands-on program, students will gain an intimate knowledge of computer information technology. Students will gain an advanced understanding of computing technologies from the perspective of design, maintenance and use.

The program requires that students bring a significant amount of prior work history with them. Applicants must demonstrate at least 5 years of work history or a combination of work and education history.

Contact Northern Kentucky University

Contact NKU

Adult and Online Programs
(859) 392-2400

PACE
PACE@nku.edu

Online
nkuonline@nku.edu

Main Campus

Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, Kentucky 41099

(859) 572-5100

Find NKU Online

nku.edu/admissions/adult

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