Kentucky State University

Kentucky State University is a mid-size public baccalaureate institution located in Frankfort, Kentucky, with an undergraduate enrollment of 1,309. As a baccalaureate-level institution, it concentrates its academic programs at the undergraduate level, offering focused four-year degrees with direct pathways to employment or graduate study. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Kentucky postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 96% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 96% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $5,256 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 30%, 15 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $36,382. The student-to-faculty ratio is 10:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.