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Asbury University

Wilmore, KY·Private nonprofit·1,369 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

64%
Accept
1,369
Students
$20,428
Net Price
65%
Grad Rate
$40,700
Earnings
10 yr
$17,500
Debt

About This School

Asbury University is a private nonprofit institution located in Wilmore, Kentucky with approximately 1,369 undergraduate students enrolled. Asbury University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 64%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,428 per year. The graduation rate is 65%, and the typical graduate earns $40,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

Asbury University is a private Christian university in Wilmore, Kentucky, United States. Although it is a non-denominational school, the college is aligned with the Wesleyan-Holiness movement and is a member of the Wesleyan Holiness Connection. The school offers 50-plus majors across 17 departments. In the fall of 2016, Asbury University had a total enrollment of 1,854: 1,640 traditional undergraduate students and 214 graduate students. The campus of Asbury Theological Seminary, which became a separate institution in 1922, is located across the street from Asbury University.

This is a strong option for students seeking a tight-knit Christian college experience rooted in Wesleyan-Holiness faith, with a manageable net price of $20,428/year and relatively low graduation debt of $17,500. The numbers tell a mixed story, though — a 65% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 3 students don't finish, and median earnings of $40,700 a decade out are modest, so career planning matters here. Worth considering if the faith community and small campus culture align with your values, but go in with clear goals for how your degree will translate to income.

Founded
1890
Setting
Fringe town

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing22%
Communications18%
Education11%
Visual & Performing Arts5%
Biological Sciences5%
Psychology4%
Social Sciences3%
English3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Dean JonesTed StricklandJody HiceJoseph R. PittsThomas C. OdenJoe Frank HarrisE. Stanley Jones

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,640
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,640
Avg Net Price
$20,428
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants26%
Median debt at graduation$17,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
65%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$40,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White78%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino7%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,369 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Asbury University

1 Macklem Dr

Wilmore, KY 40390-1198

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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