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Campbellsville University

Campbellsville, KY 4 year Private
Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Medium
Dormitory capacity 1,581
Religious affiliation Baptist
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Acceptance rate 78%
Students retention rate 61%
On-time graduation rate 36%

Located in Campbellsville, Kentucky, Campbellsville is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of Campbellsville University is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

The acceptance rate of 78% indicates that Campbellsville is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Campbellsville University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Campbellsville is 16-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Kentucky is 15-to-1, while the national average is 12-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

While the on-time graduation rate at Campbellsville is reported to be 36%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Kentucky state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 52% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at Campbellsville is 61% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Kentucky is 74%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Campbellsville do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2020 admitted students

77.6%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$25,000

Cost of attendance at Campbellsville University in 2022 for students from Kentucky.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average $10,481
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$25,000

Cost of attendance at Campbellsville University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Kentucky's average $21,663
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 93 of freshman students at Campbellsville University received on average $17,674 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$17,674
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 351 53% $4,685 $1,644,389
Other Federal Grant 351 53% $4,988 $1,750,639
State Grant/Scholarships 498 75% $4,659 $2,320,116
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 554 83% $12,368 $6,852,038
Total Grant & Scholarships 618 93% $17,674 $10,922,793

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Campbellsville University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Campbellsville University students is 35.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 44.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 27.1%.

35.8%

  • African American 12.5% 7 students
  • white 40.8% 149 students
  • hawaiian 40.0% 2 students
  • hispanic 26.3% 5 students
  • International Students 21.7% 10 students
  • Mixed Race 57.1% 8 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Mid-South Conference
  • Baseball Mid-South Conference
  • Basketball Mid-South Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Mid-South Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NAIA
    National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)
  • NCCAA
    National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)
  • NSCAA
    National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA)

Service Offerings

Campbellsville University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Campbellsville University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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