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Kentucky Christian University

Grayson, KY·Private nonprofit·429 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%. a private nonprofit school with 429 students.

61%
Accept
429
Students
$24,038
Net Price
37%
Grad Rate
$36,500
Earnings
10 yr
$22,250
Debt

About This School

Kentucky Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Grayson, Kentucky with approximately 429 undergraduate students enrolled. Kentucky Christian University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 61%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,038 per year. The graduation rate is 37%, and the typical graduate earns $36,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Kentucky Christian University (KCU) is a private Christian university in Grayson, Kentucky, United States.

The numbers here tell a concerning story — only 34% of students graduate, and just 45% of freshmen return for sophomore year, suggesting many students struggle to finish what they start. If you're drawn to a small, faith-centered community and can get significant aid (median debt is a low $8,510, which is a genuine bright spot), it may be worth a closer look — but have a honest conversation with your family about what's driving that low completion rate before committing.

Founded
1919
Setting
Distant town
Religious Affiliation
Pentecostal Holiness Church
Avg Faculty Salary
$4,770

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing37%
Health Professions17%
Education11%
Psychology6%
Biological Sciences2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

Test Policy: Considered but not required

SAT Scores

Average Composite1090

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite19

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$26,625
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,625
Avg Net Price
$24,038
after aid

Net Price by Family Income

Under $30k$23,241
$30–48k$24,618
$48–75k$24,031
$75–110k$24,420
$110k+$24,116

Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants43%
Median debt at graduation$22,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
37%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
86%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$22,250
at graduation

Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender

Male graduates$32,200
Female graduates$26,200

Gap: 19% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$22,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,900
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 1.6x

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

White64%
Black18%
Hispanic/Latino9%
Two or more races7%
International3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (429 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Kentucky Christian University

100 Academic Pkwy

Grayson, KY 41143-1199

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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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