University of Pikeville (UPike)

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Remote
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	Semester

Student body size	Small
Dormitory capacity	599
Religious affiliation	Presbyterian
Student to faculty ratio	13 to 1
Acceptance rate	100%
Students retention rate	61%
On-time graduation rate	31%

Located in Pikeville, Kentucky, UPike 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 University of Pikeville 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 100% indicates that UPike is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

University of Pikeville 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.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1, UPike emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

While the on-time graduation rate at UPike is reported to be 31%, 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 UPike 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 UPike 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
Website

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2017 admitted students

100%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$22,650

Cost of attendance at University of Pikeville 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

$22,650

Cost of attendance at University of Pikeville 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, 98 of freshman students at University of Pikeville received on average $19,952 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.

$19,952

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	187	61%	$5,075	$949,030
Other Federal Grant	276	90%	$4,193	$1,157,273
State Grant/Scholarships	234	77%	$5,675	$1,328,036
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	295	97%	$11,731	$3,460,519
Total Grant & Scholarships	298	98%	$19,952	$5,945,828

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Pikeville 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 University of Pikeville students is 31.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 34.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 27.5%.

31.0%

African American 25.5% 13 students
white 33.3% 80 students
International Students 30.0% 3 students

Sport Conferences

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

Athletic Associations

National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

University of Pikeville provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Pikeville offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification

Veteran Services

Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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